QA Engineer

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis - ManpowerGroup in Ipswich is seeking an QA Engineer (Inside IR35) to join UK-based agile squads. The role involves developing automation scripts for converged products and testing client applications and embedded devices within a fast-paced environment.

You will work across cross-domain issues, support QA across engineers, and contribute to continuous improvement. This is a 12-month contract located in Ipswich with a focus on quality and customer impact.

Qualifications

• Experience with Robot Framework and Python in QA.
• Familiar with VMs and containerisation.
• Proficient in Linux and Docker.
• Experience with Git, Jira and GitLab and CI tools.
• Strong understanding of Agile delivery methods.
• Knowledge of broadband standards (xDSL, IPv4/IPv6, PPP, Wi‑Fi, UPnP, 4G/5G).

Responsibilities

• Develop automation test scripts for next generation converged products and services.
• Test cutting-edge client applications and embedded devices within agile delivery squads.
• Tackle complex, cross-domain issues - especially where the impact on customers is high.
• Support technical quality assurance across engineers in a matrix team structure.
• Use scrum/JIRA/wiki to track agile workflow deliveries.
• Contribute to proactive improvement initiatives.

Skills

Robot Framework

Python

Virtual Machines

Containerisation

Linux

Docker

Git

Jira

GitLab

Agile

Broadband Standards

Job description

QA Engineer (Inside IR35)

Contract - 12 month
Location: Ipswich

If you're passionate about quality and enjoy working with people who care about getting it right, this is a brilliant opportunity to help test and deliver applications powering the next generation of broadband devices. Hiring for a reputed client, you'll join UK-based agile squads and work alongside talented software and networking teams - making a real difference to customers across the UK.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop automation test scripts for next generation converged products and services
• Test cutting-edge client applications and embedded devices within agile delivery squads
• Tackle complex, cross-domain issues - especially where the impact on customers is high
• Support technical quality assurance across engineers in a matrix team structure
• Use scrum/JIRA/wiki to track agile workflow deliveries
• Contribute to proactive improvement initiatives

What you'll bring:

• Extensive knowledge of Robot Framework
• Knowledge of Python
• Experience working with VMs and containerisation
• Knowledge of Linux and Docker
• Experience with code revision and issue tracking/CI tools such as git, JIRA, GitLab
• Solid understanding of Agile delivery methods and tools (scrum/JIRA/wiki)
• Good knowledge of broadband/home gateway standards including xDSL, FTTP, IPv4/IPv6, PPP, Wi-Fi, UPnP, and 4G/5G mobile networks
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical information
• A mindset for self-development in the areas you need to grow

Additional information:

• Works within the Broadband Devices tribe, supporting products used in homes and businesses

Join a customer-first culture of challengers who are committed, clear and connected-and help shape technology that reaches millions.