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# Software Engineering Manager (Test & Devops)

- **Company:** Comind
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Linux on Embedded Systems, Hardware Compatibility (Software Requirements), Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Release Management, Software Engineering, Datadog, Cloud Platform System, Grafana, Build Management, Yocto, Build Tools, Machine Learning Operations, Terraform, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/software-engineering-manager-test-devops/49515455

## About the Role

testability across the engineering stackEstablish compliance-as-code workflows that map verification evidence to IEC 62304 (Class C) and ISO 14971 risk controls, maintain the high-bar for engineering excellence in a regulated safety-critical environment and automate regulatory evidence generation to reduce time to submissionOwn cloud-side data pipelines and infrastructure-as-code, supporting data ingest, analysis, and MLOps workflows where requiredCoordinate cybersecurity workstreams, working closely with IT and QARA teamsPartner with the Software Engineering Manager on release processes, branching strategy, and automated quality gatesAI is fundamental to our culture - it's not just a tool, but a core part of how we work, collaborate, and innovate. We expect all team members to embrace AI in their daily work and continuously find new ways to use it effectively.Skills & Experience:10+ years of progressive experience in software, DevOps, or test engineering, with at least 3 years
in an engineering management or team lead roleProven experience leading and growing DevOps, test, platform, or infrastructure teamsStrong hands-on background in CI/CD, build systems, and test automation for embedded and/or cloud systemsExperience with embedded Linux build and deployment, ideally Yocto-based BSPs, or a strong equivalentExperience architecting scalable test infrastructure spanning embedded hardware and cloud-side data pipelinesExperience delivering in a regulated industry (medical devices, aerospace, automotive, or similar), with working knowledge of IEC 62304 and ISO 14971Advanced Python and C/C++, with experience of infrastructure-as-code and at least one major cloud provider (AWS, GCP, or Azure)Nice to have:Experience with hardware-in-the-loop or software-in-the-loop test environmentsExposure to MLOps, including model drift validation, dataset governance, and automated performance evaluation and deployment of organisational AI strategyExperience with
cybersecurity requirements (e.g. IEC 81001-5-1, FDA cybersecurity guidance) and SOUP managementExperience managing complex build environments (CMake, Conan, Ceedling) or cloud-native infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CDK)Familiarity with observability tooling such as Grafana and PrometheusBenefits:Company equity plan so all employees share in the success of the companySalary-sacrifice pension schemePrivate medical, dental and vision insurance (medical history disregarded)Group life assurance at 4x annual incomeComprehensive mental health support, including unlimited access to 1:1 sessions with trained professionalsUnlimited holiday allowance (+ bank holidays) and one week of remote working per quarterLunch voucher (£10) every day for JustEat and free dinner on those days where you need to work laterTwice weekly deliveries of fresh fruit and an extensive selection of snacks and drinksYuLife subscription, allowing you to turn your daily steps and meditation into discounts at
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## Description

office, plus a flexible work-from-home day. This role is based in our London (Kings Cross) office.Responsibilities:Manage and mentor a team of DevOps and test engineers, setting priorities, individual development plans, conducting performance reviews, and maintaining a high standard of engineering practiceOwn the CI/CD strategy and build and release infrastructure across the software stack, including the multi-device test fleet, pipeline reliability, and artifact managementOwn the Yocto-based embedded Linux platform build and deployment, including the signed software update mechanism with rollback, hardware compatibility checks, and image integrity and authenticityLead architecture reviews, perform proofs-of-concept for new infrastructure tools, and contribute directly to codebases where high-level technical hurdles require expert intervention.Define and drive the software V&V and test automation strategy, building infrastructure for continuous validation and championing design for