Senior Test Engineer
Posted Today by Planet Pharma
Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The Senior Test Engineer role involves designing and maintaining automated test frameworks for embedded and connected device platforms within a leading medical technology company. The position requires collaboration with engineering teams to ensure quality throughout the development lifecycle and to enhance testing strategies. The ideal candidate will have strong coding skills and experience with various testing tools and methodologies. This is a hands-on technical role focused on automation and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and maintain scalable, reusable automated test frameworks and tools.
- Collaborate with engineers to define testable architectures and drive quality through code.
- Develop and execute advanced test strategies for Android, Linux, and IoT platforms.
- Create comprehensive test plans for APIs (REST, IPC), WebUI, and OTA updates.
- Enhance CI/CD pipelines with automated quality gates and documentation.
Key Skills:
- Strong coding skills in Python, Java, or similar languages for test automation.
- Experience with tools like Selenium, Appium, Espresso, and manual test management systems.
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
- Proven background in testing device OS (Android/Linux), APIs, and connected interfaces.
- Beneficial: Experience in medical device software, video protocol testing, and regulatory standards (e.g., IEC 62304).
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Job Title: Senior Test Engineer
Location: London (3 days onsite minimum)
Contract Length: 6 months – initial
Rate: negotiable
Start Date: ASAP
Company Overview
Our client is a leading innovator in the medical technology space, committed to delivering high-quality, reliable device platforms that improve lives. With a strong focus on automation and continuous improvement, they foster a culture where quality engineering is driven by code, collaboration, and cutting-edge practices.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our client’s team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on technical environment and is eager to shape the future of automated testing for embedded and connected device platforms. You’ll work closely with engineering teams to embed quality throughout the development lifecycle and contribute to the evolution of testing frameworks and strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and maintain scalable, reusable automated test frameworks and tools.
- Collaborate with engineers to define testable architectures and drive quality through code.
- Develop and execute advanced test strategies for Android, Linux, and IoT platforms.
- Create comprehensive test plans for APIs (REST, IPC), WebUI, and OTA updates.
- Enhance CI/CD pipelines with automated quality gates and documentation.
Skills & Experience
- Strong coding skills in Python, Java, or similar languages for test automation.
- Experience with tools like Selenium, Appium, Espresso, and manual test management systems.
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
- Proven background in testing device OS (Android/Linux), APIs, and connected interfaces.
- Beneficial: Experience in medical device software, video protocol testing, and regulatory standards (e.g., IEC 62304).
Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration or contact James Allen on +44 203 868 8607 – jallen@planet-pharma.co.uk
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