Senior Software Test Engineer

Randox; Antrim; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Randox Laboratories in Antrim is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer to lead verification of software for engineering products. You will plan testing, coordinate a testing team and report progress to senior management.

The role requires a software degree, at least 3 years of testing experience, and hands-on skills in manual and automated testing, with knowledge of multiple programming languages.

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level in a software related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working within a Software Test environment.
• Familiarity with at least 2 of the following programming languages: C#, C++, Delphi, VB and Java.
• Excellent knowledge of software testing processes and testing methodologies such as V-Model, Waterfall and Agile.
• Experience working to strict deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of both manual and automated software testing.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Engineering and R&D teams to determine current and future test requirements in order to plan and coordinate resourcing for each project.
• Coordinate the daily activities of the Software Test Engineering Team, setting objectives and reviewing quality and performance against objectives.
• Report on status of test projects to direct and senior management.
• Create test strategies for standalone software products or new products containing software.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of software and analyser platforms in order to develop appropriate test protocols.
• Understanding the entire system and reporting on the test coverage.
• Create, locate and acquire data required for testing assignments.
• Estimate Software Testing activities as required by the Project Manager.
• Create verification test cases to assure: Quality, Functionality, Reliability and Usability of standalone software products or products containing software.
• Execute manual and automated test cases on standalone software products or products containing software.
• Identify and record software defects within a problem-tracking system.
• Contribute to FMEA and risk assessments for projects under development.
• Ensure all systems are tested to a high quality, ensuring compliance with appropriate internal procedures and European and International standards.
• Undertake reviews of departmental practices to ensure continuous improvement of software test processes.
• Assist in training of company staff in use of internally developed software products.

Skills

C#

C++

Delphi

VB

Java

Software testing

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in software

Tools

Ranorex Studio

SpiraPlan

Job description

Senior Software Test Engineer – (Job Ref: 26N/SRSF)

Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations in Diagnostics and Healthcare globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024. We have exciting new career opportunities for Senior Software Test Engineers within our Engineering team.

Location

Fully onsite - Randox Science Park, 30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4FL.

Contract Offered

Full-time, Permanent.

Working Hours / Shifts

40 hours per week, either 5 days, 8.40am to 5.20pm, 4 days working 10 hour days or 4 days working 9 hour days with a 4 hour day on a Friday.

What does this role involve?

This role is responsible for the verification of software of engineering products. The main duties of the role include:

• Liaise with Engineering and R&D teams to determine current and future test requirements in order to plan and coordinate resourcing for each project.
• Coordinate the daily activities of the Software Test Engineering Team, setting objectives and reviewing quality and performance against objectives.
• Report on status of test projects to direct and senior management.
• Create test strategies for standalone software products or new products containing software.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of software and analyser platforms in order to develop appropriate test protocols.
• Understanding the entire system and reporting on the test coverage.
• Create, locate and acquire data required for testing assignments.
• Estimate Software Testing activities as required by the Project Manager.
• Create verification test cases to assure: Quality, Functionality, Reliability and Usability of standalone software products or products containing software.
• Execute manual and automated test cases on standalone software products or products containing software.
• Identify and record software defects within a problem-tracking system.
• Contribute to FMEA and risk assessments for projects under development.
• Ensure all systems are tested to a high quality, ensuring compliance with appropriate internal procedures and European and International standards.
• Undertake reviews of departmental practices to ensure continuous improvement of software test processes.
• Assist in training of company staff in use of internally developed software products.

Who can apply?

Essential criteria:

• Qualified to degree level in a software related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working within a Software Test environment.
• Familiarity with at least 2 of the following programming languages: C#, C++, Delphi, VB and Java.
• Excellent knowledge of software testing processes and testing methodologies such as V-Model, Waterfall and Agile.
• Experience working to strict deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of both manual and automated software testing.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable criteria:

• Previous people or project management experience.
• Previous experience in a software role within a regulated environment.
• Experience in the use of automated test software such as Ranorex Studio.
• Experience in the use of bug tracking software such as SpiraPlan.