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# Senior Software Engineer QA - Entertainment Release

- **Company:** Sky UK
- **Location:** Harrow, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Bluetooth, Mobile Application Development, Code Coverage, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Reliability Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Cypress (Programming Language), Data Management, Software Version Control, Smart Tv
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2859576499-senior-software-engineer-qa-entertainment-release

## About the Role

* Expert level experience of building and maintaining full stack development in Java, Python and JavaScript
 * Automating solutions in Cypress and Automatics Framework.
 * Deep analytical skills in root cause identification of defects on Smart TV and Streaming Device with streaming app, audio/video syncs and interoperability user experience testing
 * Strong automation development in onboarding Smart TV and Stream devices, airplay, ATSC, Bluetooth & HDMI input, Deep Sleep mode, content in VOD and Linear channel and native apps.
 * Strong DevOps Practices experience where you will provide Full Lifecycle Ownership, Comprehensive Solutioning. Observability and Oversight, Process Optimisation, Collaboration and Integration and Operationalisation.
 * Strong BDD and Test Automation and Infrastructure experience. Good understanding of Business-Driven Development Strategy.
 * Fully familiar with automation tools and frameworks for test development, execution and reporting.
 * Strong Reliability Engineering and Test Coverage Optimisation. Explore strategies for optimizing test coverage, such as risk-based testing, equivalence partitioning, and prioritizing critical paths.
 * Leading strategy definition and driving process improvements in quality of product releases

## Description

* In the role of Senior Software Engineer (Entertainment Release QA) you will develop automation solutions for ensuring quality, reliability and performance of our products including Smart TV and streaming devices on features such as video playback, content discovery, user experience, streaming integrity, add integration, parental control, network handling, audio/video sync.
 * Tooling and Test Automation Infrastructure - Get familiar with automation tools and frameworks for test development, execution, and reporting. Maintaining test automation, including selecting appropriate tools, configuring environments, and integrating with version control systems.
 * Collaboration and Communication Skills - Practice agile methodologies to enhance teamwork and productivity. Participate in cross-functional activities such as joint sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospective meetings to foster alignment and shared understanding across teams.
 * BDD and Test Automation - Develop and execute high-quality test plans efficiently on RDK stacks while leveraging automation and tooling to detect defects quickly and ensure the reliability of test coverages.
 * BDD and Test Automation - Explore advanced topics such as test data management, scenario refactoring, and integrating BDD with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines., The RDK Pre-Release Operations Engineering Organisation is dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of product certification, precision, and readiness before market release. Through comprehensive operational oversight and stringent quality processes, we leverage advanced tooling and methodologies to continually elevate our quality standards. The team focus on solutions of ensuring product certification for Sky Hub products.