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# Embedded Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** ECM Selection Limited
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Salary:** £45,000.0 - £55,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Command-Line Interface, Linux, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Software Testing Automation Framework, System Testing, Scripting, Pytest
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.ecmselection.co.uk/register/26560

## About the Role

You are required to have a technical background and a solid understanding of software test methods especially for embedded products. It is likely you have a technical degree and are able to demonstrate the following attributes:

 * Design and run effective tests, within the agile development process
 * Good knowledge of Linux and command line based interfaces
 * Use of test automation frameworks e.g. PyUnit
 * Strong automated testing using scripting languages e.g. Python, Bash
 * Ability to produce clear, appropriate and timely documentation of tests
 * Ability to query and confirm requirements

This fulfilling technical role involves utilising a wide spectrum of system test skills at the various stages of the product development cycle. You will have the pleasure of seeing your designs roll off the production line in volume and go to a broad range of markets requiring interconnection between systems.

In addition, you will be a genuine team player; the company provides a friendly and supportive environment where all team members contribute to producing a product with an envied reputation for reliability. Some hybrid working may be possible from time to time.



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