Automated Test Lead

1 month ago


Fareham Hampshire, United Kingdom ALTEN LTD - UK Full time

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Job Description

What will you be doing?

As a Automated Test Lead - Embedded Systems, you will join the Fareham team to support our activities within the Naval/Maritime sector.

Your main responsibilities will be:

  • 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.

Who are we looking for?

  • 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.

You are...

  • Passionate about engineering
  • Result-oriented
  • Proactive

Qualifications

Experience, skills and qualifications required:

  • 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.
  • Preferred Qualifications:

    • 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.

Additional Information

Why join us?

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today

In short you get:

  • 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)


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