Automation Test Engineer

Vickerstock
Lisburn, UK
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
£40,000.0 - £45,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Testing (Software) Agile Methodology JIRA Automation of Tests Cloud Computing Continuous Integration Software Debugging Linux Firmware Github Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation Python (Programming Language)
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Selenium Software Testing Automation Framework Delivery Pipeline Hp Alm Information Technology Software Version Control Docker Jenkins Microservices

Job description

Design, implement and execute both manual and automated test solutions across a suite of products Develop and maintain automation frameworks using Python and relevant tools (including Robot Framework and Selenium) Work within simulation environments to validate system behaviour and performance Develop and utilise test doubles including stubs and drivers to support early-stage testing Support hardware generation and hardware virtualisation activities for testing and validation Identify opportunities to improve test efficiency, coverage and repeatability Create detailed test plans, test cases and ensure full traceability to requirements Execute smoke, regression and functional testing (manual and automated) Analyse defects, support prioritisation and work closely with developers to resolve issues Validate firmware fixes and analyse test results Capture debug outputs and support root cause analysis of firmware issues Maintain test records, release documentation and software artefacts Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced Agile environment

Requirements

Do you have experience in Test automation?, Extensive experience in firmware and/or software test automation Strong hands-on experience with Python (Robot Framework and Selenium highly desirable) Experience designing and maintaining test automation frameworks Experience working with simulation tools and environments Proven ability in debugging, troubleshooting and defect analysis Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins Experience with version control systems (GitHub preferred) Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Desirable (but not essential)

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or similar Experience with embedded systems and environments Exposure to Docker/microservices testing Familiarity with Linux operating systems Experience with tools such as JIRA, HP ALM or similar Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and cloud-based systems Experience with hardware virtualisation or hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing Experience working with electronic test equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, signal generators) Ability to understand mechanical and electronic systems

Benefits & conditions

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the renewable energy sector Collaborative and innovative R&D environment Exposure to both embedded systems and cloud-based technologies Competitive salary and benefits package

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Ruairi McCann, Recruitment Manager at Vickerstock 02890 313720

Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit Vickerstock to view a wide selection of our current jobs.

All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

About the company

Vickerstock are proud to be working in partnership with a global engineering and technology organisation at the forefront of the Green Energy transition to recruit a Software / Firmware Test Automation Engineer to join their innovative R&D team.

This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies spanning embedded systems, advanced measurement solutions and cloud-based industrial platforms. You will play a key role in ensuring product quality across both firmware and software environments, working within an Agile Scrum team alongside development and product stakeholders.

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