Senior Software Test Engineer

LIFE TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer to be part of their team. You will analyze software requirements, design test plans, automate testing, and produce detailed reports. Ideally, candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and at least 4 years of testing experience. Strong skills in test automation tools and programming languages such as Java and Python are essential, along with good communication abilities. Join us to contribute to innovative solutions in the life sciences sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of software testing experience in the software industry.
• Candidates with less experience may be considered for junior position.
• Prior experience in testing embedded software is a plus.
• Proven experience in a life science/biotechnical industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in software requirement analysis and designing test plans.
• Automate test procedures and document defects.
• Produce test reports and support continuous improvement of testing processes.

Skills

Test automation tools (e.g. Selenium, Playwright)

Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript

Software testing methodologies

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills in English

Version control systems (Git)

CI/CD tools (e.g. Jenkins, Azure DevOps)

API testing tools (e.g. Postman, ReadyAPI)

Test management tools (e.g. JAMA, HP ALM)

Bug tracking systems (e.g. Jira)

Database testing and SQL

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Sciences

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Postman

Jira

Git

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

Job description

Overview

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Responsibilities

As a senior software test engineer in Thermo Fisher Scientific, you are expected to participate in software requirement analysis, designing and executing test plans, automating test procedures, documenting defects, verifying resolutions, and producing test reports. You\'ll work closely with developers, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure our software meets the highest quality standards while supporting continuous improvement in our testing processes. Additionally, you are expected to assist in maintenance and sustaining of software products.

How to Get Here

• Individuals with a bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Sciences. Master’s or higher degree is great, but not required for the position
• Minimum 4 years of software testing experience in the software industry, preferably involving hardware and software interactions. Candidates with less experience are welcome to apply and may be considered for junior position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g. Selenium, Playwright)
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities in English
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps)
• Expertise in API testing using tools like Postman, ReadyAPI, or similar
• Experience with test management tools (e.g. JAMA, HP ALM)
• Experience with bug tracking systems and defect lifecycle management tool such as Jira
• Familiarity with database testing and SQL
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Strong documentation skills for test plans, test cases, and technical reports
• Prior experience of leading software testing team is a plus
• Prior experience in testing embedded software is a plus
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Proven experience in a life science/biotechnical industry, and understanding of ISO, FDA regulations is a plus