QA Engineering Professional

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Technologies Recruitment is seeking a QA Automation Engineer for a leading UK Telecommunications provider. You will design and develop automated tests for embedded hardware, firmware, and client apps powering millions of connected homes across the UK.

The role emphasizes Robot Framework and Python, with Linux, Docker, VMs, Git, and Jira in the toolset, and requires an Agile/Scrum mindset. This is a 12-month hybrid contract in the UK.

Qualifications

• Automation: Strong proficiency in Robot Framework and Python.
• Systems & Tools: Hands‑on experience with Linux, Docker, VMs, Git, and Jira.
• Networking Knowledge: Understanding of Home Gateway/Broadband technologies (Wi‑Fi, FTTP, xDSL, IPv4/IPv6, 4G/5G).
• Agile Mindset: Proven track record working in Scrum/Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Automate Testing: Design and develop automated test scripts for embedded hardware, firmware, and client apps.
• Solve Complex Issues: Diagnose and resolve high-impact, cross-domain network and hardware issues.
• Agile Collaboration: Work within a dedicated delivery squad alongside hardware, software, and networking engineers.
• Quality Assurance: Provide technical QA guidance and support continuous delivery pipelines.

Skills

Automation

Robot Framework

Python

Agile mindset

Tools

Linux

Docker

VMs

Git

Jira

Job description

QA Automation Engineer (Robot Framework & Python)

Location: UK (Hybrid)

Contract Duration: 12 Months

The Opportunity

Join a leading UK Telecommunications provider developing next-generation home connectivity devices. In this role, you will build automated tests for smart routers, Wi‑Fi extenders, and 4G/5G backup hubs that power millions of connected homes and businesses across the UK.

What You'll Do

• Automate Testing: Design and develop automated test scripts for embedded hardware, firmware, and client apps.
• Solve Complex Issues: Diagnose and resolve high-impact, cross-domain network and hardware issues.
• Agile Collaboration: Work within a dedicated delivery squad alongside hardware, software, and networking engineers.
• Quality Assurance: Provide technical QA guidance and support continuous delivery pipelines.

What You Need

• Automation: Strong proficiency in Robot Framework and Python.
• Systems & Tools: Hands‑on experience with Linux, Docker, VMs, Git, and Jira.
• Networking Knowledge: Understanding of Home Gateway/Broadband technologies (Wi‑Fi, FTTP, xDSL, IPv4/IPv6, 4G/5G).
• Agile Mindset: Proven track record working in Scrum/Agile environments.