Senior Software Quality Engineer (Java / Python) - Broadband Release

Sky; Brentwood; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Brentwood is seeking a Senior Software Quality Engineer to lead automation strategies in testing and quality assurance. The ideal candidate should have experience with automation frameworks and proficiency in Java and Python. Additionally, this role emphasizes the importance of DevOps practices and understanding broadband technology. The position embraces a hybrid working model offering generous perks including exclusive discounts and healthcare benefits.

Benefits

Exclusive rates for Sky Q and Sky Glass

Generous pension and private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Qualifications

• Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting languages like Java, JavaScript, Python, Selenium.
• Proficiency in functional, performance, stress, regression, and security testing.
• Experience with DevOps practices, including full lifecycle ownership.
• Deep knowledge of broadband technologies (DOCSIS, Fiber, DSL).
• Understanding of networking protocols and dual-band routers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of automation strategies for requirement testing.
• Maintain and develop automation tools and frameworks for test development.
• Create and execute high-quality test plans leveraging automation.
• Practice agile methodologies and participate in sprint planning.

Skills

Test automation frameworks

Java

Python

Selenium

Robot Framework

Functional testing

DevOps practices

Networking protocols

BDD

Job description

Senior Software Quality Engineer – Java, Python

We believe in better. And we make it happen.

Better content. Better products. And better careers.

Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate.

We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love.

And we do it all right here at Sky.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the development and execution of automation strategies to ensure thorough requirement testing as a Senior Software Quality Engineer (Broadband Release).

• Maintain and develop automation tools and frameworks for test development, execution, and reporting. Configure environments and integrate with version control systems.

• Create and execute high-quality test plans on RDK stacks, leveraging automation to detect defects and ensure coverage reliability. Use BDD and Test Automation techniques.

• Explore advanced testing topics such as test data management, scenario refactoring, and integrating BDD with CI/CD pipelines.

• Practice agile methodologies, participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives to foster team alignment and shared understanding.

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting languages like Java, JavaScript, Python, Selenium, Robot Framework.

• Proficiency in functional, performance, stress, regression, and security testing.

• Experience with DevOps practices, including full lifecycle ownership, solutioning, observability, process optimization, and operationalization.

• Deep knowledge of broadband technologies (DOCSIS, Fiber, DSL, Wireless, WiFi).

• Understanding of networking protocols, dual-band routers, and network translation.

• Strong experience with BDD, test automation, and infrastructure, with a good grasp of business-driven development strategies.

• Familiarity with automation tools for test development, execution, and reporting, along with strategies for test coverage optimization.

Team overview:

The RDK Pre-Release Operations Engineering Organisation ensures high standards of product certification, quality, and readiness for market release, focusing on Sky Hub products.

Global Product:

We develop the platforms behind Sky’s entertainment services, creating innovative solutions like Sky Glass, Sky Q, Peacock, and NOW, aimed at captivating millions worldwide.

The rewards:

• Sky Q, Sky Glass at exclusive rates
• Generous pension and private healthcare
• Discounted mobile and broadband
• Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Inclusion & how you'll work:

We are a Disability Confident Employer, welcoming all candidates and providing reasonable adjustments. We embrace hybrid working, combining office and remote work.

Your office space:

Brentwood: Located near Brentwood station with parking options available.

We'd love to hear from you

Join Sky’s Tech, Product, and Data teams to innovate and make a difference. We value diversity, support our community, and aim for sustainability. If your application is successful, a criminal record check will be required, and offers may be withdrawn based on conviction history.