Job description
Job title: Test Engineer
Location: Cambridge
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £26,000 - £40,000 DOE
Start Date: ASAP
We are looking to speak with Test Engineers on behalf of a revolutionary technology company that develop chips and software in Cambridge. Partnering with some of the most prestigious companies in the world, this is an excellent opportunity for a Test Engineer to really advance their career and learn new skills. You will be working in a cross-functional team, working alongside developers.
Your daily tasks will include and are not limited to…
- Assisting the design, test and where appropriate development of software working in an agile team using industry best practices
- Contributing to high quality testing methodology (including ISO 9001 processes) by knowledge sharing and best practice
- Contributing to the development of test plans
- Using methodical engineering approaches to the analysis and diagnosis of technical issues or defects
- Following agreed architectural test principles by developing a solid understanding of subsystem architecture
- Mastering a new small technical area where there is some prior expertise within the company
- Providing testing solutions to defined problems, supporting the delivery of solid and robust components implemented
- Working well in a team and actively contributing to meetings
- Mentoring junior experienced members of the team, sharing knowledge and expertise
- Managing time and tasks under guidance, seeking help early if deadlines will not be met
- Documenting technical information aimed at wider engineering team as required/ providing team demos
- Communicating clearly with established technical contacts and existing partners to resolve technical issues, being aware of what can/cannot be communicated to external contacts
- Developing an understanding of Company Strategy, by attending all departmental meetings and asking questions
- Occasionally traveling for work as requested, with appropriate support
The ideal candidate will…
- Have strong scripting skills (Python advantageous)
- Have embedded experience (advantageous)
- Be an excellent communicator
- Be an analytical thinker
- Have ISTQB certification (advantageous)
Benefits Include…
- 10% bonus
- Flexible working