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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Verification & Test Leader - **Company:** Alstom - **Location:** Derby, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £60,000.0 - £65,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Information Systems, Databases, Ethernet, Network Interface Controllers, Network Protocols, RS-232, RS-485 Standard, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Teststand, Reliability Availability Maintainability and Safety Software, Software Modules, Test Scripts - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/jobad/gbf9046f74121bdca2676b952056129115 ## About the Role We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role: * Practical knowledge of validation methods (boundary tests, equivalent class tests…) * Practical knowledge of validation tools (TestStand, model-based testing tools…) * Practical knowledge of validation Means (Testbench, simulators…) * Practical experience on software integration & validation phases (experience in Railway or Health, Defence, Aeronautical, Automotive domains). * Knowledge of real time network protocols like MVB, Ethernet, CAN, RS232, RS 485 etc * Managing work packages for sub-contractors * Design For Quality (DFQ) cycle * Fluent English * ISTQB Test Manager Certificate would be beneficial ## Description As Software Verification & Test Leader, you will be responsible for validation and verification of all Train Control & Information Systems (TC&IS) sub-systems (including the Train Control Management System (TCMS) and Passenger Announcement, Communication & Information Systems (PACIS)) and components (Software, System Architecture) in line with make or buy strategy of each project. As we expand the existing team, when required, you will also be involved with software development & associated software deliverables of the aforementioned systems, as deemed appropriate by the Domain Leader: You will perform Software Development activities, integration of the software modules and generation of software for assigned projects. We'll look to you for: * Ensuring 100% compliance with EHS rules for activities performed on train and test bench * Managing TC&IS validation and verification tools configuration * Delivering TC&IS test procedures and test reports * Managing configuration of Verification & Test deliverables, ensuring 100% are properly stored in the configuration database * Maintaining up-to-date validation status of change requests (CR) in the CR database * Managing CRs, ensuring all not OK results in test reports are linked to a CR. * Delivering TC&IS Integration & Validation Plan (activities, means, strategy) * Delivering TC&IS Verification Plan (activities, means, strategy) * Providing planning for Verification & Test activities * Reporting weekly on requirements testing coverage and results * Delivering weekly synthesis on Verification & Test activities * Specifying tools required for Verification & Test activities (PCs, test benches, etc.) * Managing the TC&IS Verification & Test Work Package * Support producing Control Build Software Model in compliance with TCMS Software Requirements Specification (SwRS), Software Design Specification (SwDS), and Interface Control Document, considering Reliability, Availability, Maintainability & Safety (RAMS) constraints and product Safety Related Application Conditions (SRAC) * Support developing software/modules for TCMS equipment while maximising reuse of standard configurable software components, Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also: * Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines * Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues * Contribute to innovative projects * Utilise our dynamic, inclusive, and safety-focused working environment * Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries * Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning * Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension) * Up to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay * 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday * A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle ## Related Videos - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [How to create a test plan for software testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/56-how-to-create-a-test-plan-for-software-testing) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering)