Full time on site in Cambridge
Inside IR35, Day Rate: £500
9 months duration
We are looking for an experienced Principal Software Test Engineer to support the development of customer-facing software for an industry-leading all-optical network switch platform. Please note, you will need experience of networking protocols and testing embedded software to be considered for this positon.
Please ensure you live within a commutable distance to Cambridge and hold a valid right to work.
Key responsibilities include:
• Developing and maintaining automated test frameworks using Python, Bash, and related tools
• Executing manual functional, regression, and system-level testing
• Supporting hardware/software integration testing within embedded Linux environments
• Setting up and maintaining automated test environments and CI pipelines (Jenkins/GitLab CI)
• Performing root cause analysis, debugging, and defect reporting
• Collaborating with developers on system architecture and test strategy
• Producing test documentation and artefacts in line with development and compliance requirements
Key experience required:
• Strong Python automation experience, ideally with PyTest and custom plugin development
• Experience designing and executing hardware/software integration tests
• Embedded Linux debugging and command-line expertise
• Experience with CI pipelines and automated test reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for software quality
Hit apply if this is of interest
Salary description
£500.00 - £500.00 per day