Automated Test Lead - Embedded Systems
Alten
- Fareham, Hampshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to define a comprehensive strategy and process for embedded software testing.
- Define and implement software testing strategies and processes for the unique requirements and challenges maritime embedded systems.
- Provide expert advice and guidance on the selection of appropriate testing toolsets, evaluating the pros and cons of various options based on your knowledge and experience.
- Lead the testing team in executing the agreed-upon strategy.
- Establish guidelines for testing processes and documentation.
- Mentor team members on testing best practices and tool usage.
- Monitor testing effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate testing activities.
- Experienced Leader: A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience leading automated testing efforts, with proven leadership skills in mentoring teams to deliver high-quality results.
- Technical Proficiency: Deep expertise in automated testing toolsets such as Selenium, Jenkins, and Cucumber, coupled with strong Python scripting skills. Knowledge of Java and related languages is a plus.
- Industry Insight: Understanding of maritime sector testing challenges, enabling tailored strategies for embedded systems projects.
- Effective Communicator: Clear and collaborative communication skills, adept at conveying technical concepts to both team members and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Innovative Problem-Solver: Creative thinker with a commitment to driving continuous improvement and incorporating emerging technologies to enhance testing capabilities.
- Passionate about engineering
- Result-oriented
- Proactive
- Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in automated testing, focusing on embedded systems.
- Familiarity with multiple toolsets such as Selenium, Jenkins, Cucumber, etc.
- Strong Python scripting skills; familiarity with Java and related languages is a plus.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, with a track record of leading testing efforts and mentoring team members.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Experience in leading testing efforts for maritime systems or related industries.
- Certifications in software testing (e.g., ISTQB, ASTQB) or relevant technologies.
- A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
- A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
- A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
- A competitive salary
- Private Medical & Travel Insurance
- Pension Scheme
- Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
- Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
- Flexible way of working (role dependent)