Software Test Engineer

Planet Pharma; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology-driven organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET). The role involves driving automation excellence across embedded and connected device platforms, with a focus on developing and maintaining automation frameworks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation testing, primarily using Python or Java, along with experience in CI/CD integrations. This is a contract position at the mid-senior level.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in SDET, automation, or software development roles.
• Strong foundation in automation testing and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automation frameworks for device software.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to define testable architectures.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines with quality gates.

Skills

Proficient in Python

Proficient in Java

Experience with Selenium

Experience with Appium

Experience with CI/CD platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

Job description

A leading technology-driven organization is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to drive automation excellence across embedded and connected device platforms. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer passionate about building scalable test frameworks and elevating product quality through code.

• Develop and maintain automation frameworks for device software (Android, Linux, IoT)
• Collaborate with engineering teams to define testable architectures and embed quality in development
• Design and execute test strategies for APIs (REST, IPC), WebUI, and OTA updates
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines with quality gates
• Document standards and best practices for automation and quality engineering
• Support manual testing efforts and mentor peers in automation techniques
• Proficient in Python, Java, or similar for test automation
• Experienced with tools like Selenium, Appium, Espresso
• Familiar with CI/CD platforms such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps
• Strong testing background in device OS, APIs, web interfaces, and connected systems
• Bonus: Exposure to medical device software, video protocols, performance testing, and IEC 62304 standards
• Software engineering background with a focus on automation
• Self‑driven and technically adept with a passion for product quality
• Proven ability to lead initiatives and build robust automated solutions
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in SDET, automation, or software development roles

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
• 3+ years of relevant experience (or 2+ years with advanced degree)
• Strong foundation in automation testing and technical leadership

About Planet Pharma

Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent/direct hire recruitment offering. Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.

www.planet-pharma.com

We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Research

Industries

Medical Equipment Manufacturing