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# Base Station Test Engineer

- **Company:** Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd
- **Location:** Basingstoke, United Kingdom
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** £60,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Code Coverage, Communications Protocols, Computer Networks, Databases, Linux, Firmware, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Design of User Interfaces, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Requirements Management, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), SQL Databases, Software Testing Automation Framework, System Testing, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing, User Interface Testing, Web Applications, Scripting, Integration Tests, Bug Reporting, Smartgrid, Api Management
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225823715/Base-Station-Test-Engineer

## About the Role

* 3+ years' experience in systems testing, system verification, integration testing or test automation.
 * Strong understanding of networking, system integration and communications protocols; radio networks or WAN experience is advantageous.
 * Experience with test planning, defect tracking and testing methodologies, with scripting skills in Python, JavaScript, Java, C/C++ or C#.
 * Analytical, hands-on problem solver with strong communication skills and the ability to work across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Desirable Experience
Experience with any of the following would be advantageous:

 * Linux, Windows or real-time operating systems
 * SQL, databases and software configuration management
 * RF monitoring, communications protocol analysis or radio frequency systems
 * Web applications, cloud-based APIs and low-level API testing
 * Smart metering, AMI/AMR, smart grid or utility infrastructure
 * Test automation frameworks, requirements management or GPS/PPS signalling
 * Electrical, RF and laboratory safety procedures

## Description

Are you a Test Engineer with experience in system validation, integration testing or test automation looking to work on complex, connected technology?
This is an opportunity to join a specialist technology business developing advanced smart metering and communications infrastructure used by utility providers. You'll play a key role in validating products across hardware, software, firmware, communications networks and user interfaces, helping ensure reliable performance from end to end.
Working closely with Product Development and Software Engineering, you'll investigate defects, develop test strategies and improve automated testing processes across a technically diverse product portfolio.
The Role

 * Design and execute system verification and validation plans, covering integration, regression, functional and user interface testing.
 * Develop and maintain manual and automated test suites, using scripting and automation frameworks to improve test coverage and efficiency.
 * Investigate complex defects across hardware, software, firmware and communications systems, producing detailed bug reports and reproducible fault scenarios.
 * Test end-to-end smart metering infrastructure, including meters, base stations, head-end systems, user interfaces and network communications.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to improve testing methodologies, manage test environments and deliver reliable, high-quality products.