Software Engineer in Test
2 weeks ago
Senior Automation Engineer in Test
Location:
Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Job Type:
Permanent
Bright Purple are delighted to be working with a long-standing global client at the forefront of healthcare technology. With a major presence in Scotland and a focus on innovation that directly impacts lives, they are now looking to grow their test engineering team.
This is a hybrid positions based in Edinburgh, offering exciting technical challenges, long-term career progression and an exceptional benefits package.
About the role
The roles sit within a core agile engineering team responsible for the test automation of a highly scalable, distributed patient monitoring platform. You'll work on next-generation systems involving hardware/software integration, networking, and user interface design, with the chance to influence how quality is built into every stage of the process.
Senior Automation Engineer in Test
As a senior member of the team, you'll take ownership of automated test development for core product areas. You'll work collaboratively with developers, systems engineers and UX specialists to ensure robust and scalable test coverage. This is a great role for an experienced automation engineer ready to grow their technical influence.
Key skills and experience required:
- Strong background in test automation for large-scale or integrated systems
- Expertise in Python, and ideally other OO languages, ie. Java, C#, C++
- Proficiency with modern test frameworks, scripting, and CI/CD environments
- Solid understanding of design principles and test verification best practices
- Agile development experience
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- For Principal level: demonstrated leadership in test strategy, automation architecture, and team development
- Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
What's on offer
In addition to a highly competitive salary and the opportunity to join a global leader in its field, you'll benefit from:
- 25 days holiday plus public holidays, increasing with service (up to 29 days)
- Birthday off
- 2 additional days off for moving house
- Life insurance from day one (4x basic salary)
- 2 paid charity days per year
- 6% employer pension contribution
- Healthcare cash plan
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Cycle to work scheme and electric car lease options
- EdenRed retail and leisure discounts
Location and working pattern
This role are hybrid, with 2–3 days per week expected onsite at the Edinburgh office. The working environment is supportive, flexible and outcome-focused.
Apply now
If you're an experienced automation engineer ready to step into a senior role within a forward-thinking and impactful tech environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Bright Purple for a confidential discussion.
Bright Purple are an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.
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