Software Test Engineer
Planet Pharma
15 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
Senior Compensation
£ 61KJob location
Tech stack
Testing (Software)
Web Interfaces
Java
API
Android
Automation of Tests
Azure
Continuous Integration
Linux
Github
Python
Webui
Selenium
Software Engineering
Performance Testing
Appium
Video Protocols
Information Technology
Jenkins
Job description
- 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
Technical Skills
- 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
Requirements
- 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, * 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 the company
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.