Senior Software Test Engineer

Platform Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company at the forefront of satellite technology as a Senior Software Test Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will develop and own system test plans, ensuring the highest quality of satellite systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate test failures and validate chipsets, all while utilizing cutting-edge tools like Jenkins and Docker. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact product quality and performance. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in testing telecommunication or satellite systems.
• Proven experience in programming languages for automation testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own system test plans in collaboration with teams.
• Investigate test case failures and provide corrective actions.

Skills

Testing Telecommunication Systems

System Testing

DevOps

Test Management Software

C/C++/Python Programming

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering

Master's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Jenkins

Docker

Atlassian JIRA

Confluence

RF Test Equipment

Job description

Senior Software Test Engineer - Satellite - Hampshire - £50k+

My client are an industry leader in the design and manufacture of satellite technology. They are looking for a Senior Software Test Engineer to join the expanding system's team.

Position Title
System Test Team Senior Engineer

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Integration Group Manager, the candidate will have the following responsibilities:
• Development and ownership of system test plan with collaboration of development and test
teams.
• Investigation of root cause of test case failures and providing corrective action in conjunction
with development teams.
• Support validation of Chipsets verifying functional and performance metrics.
• Execution, development and planning of System tests and Contribute to the evolution of
product quality for ESMA products.
• Support Test Management tools and continuous integration methodologies;
• Compilation of regular Test execution summary report with metrics.

Job Requirements - including work experience and education
• Batchelor/Master Degree in Electronic/Computer Science Engineering
• Experience of testing Telecommunication or Satellite Systems.
• Experience of system testing, preferably with some exposure to low level (i.e. non GUI) testing
• Experience in planning, estimating and development of system tests.
• Experience of Devops, Jenkins, Docker containers and automation test frameworks.
• Experience of test management software.
• Defect Tracking and Knowledge Management software (Atlassian JIRA and Confluence
preferred)
• Knowledge of testing Methodologies
• Knowledge of operation of RF test equipment such as Spectrum Analysers, VNAs, power meters
etc
• Proven experience in program language in an automation test environment (C/C++/Python
etc.)
• Excellent Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge on RF fundamentals and communications theory.
• Independent, self-motivated, team player and multitasking capabilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.