Senior Test Engineer

1 month ago


Edinburgh Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom Cathcart Technology Full time

One of the UK’s top Tech Organisations are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Test Engineer to join their Edinburgh-based office on a hybrid basis (2 days per week).


They are one of the UK’s leading companies in supplying top of the range hardware and software to some of the most well-known tech giants. They’ve been operating for over 40 years now and they’re recognised world-wide – it’s an extremely established organisation and environment.


You would be working alongside the industry's top engineering minds, working on cutting-edge solutions for their leading global consumer brands. This company have an award-winning culture and have created an environment where innovation and employee satisfaction are equal.


Your role

You would be helping to drive the testing process for their products, leading the end-to-end testing processes for embedded software. You’ll collaborate with multiple teams to create and execute effective testing strategies, ensuring software is reliable and meets industry standards.


You will be involved in the testing throughout the product lifecycle, conducting and analysing tests during all stages of development. Designing and implementing test plans which cover all necessary aspects, (Black box, White box, Stress, Long duration, System test etc.) - including automation to increase efficiency.


The team thrives on solving complex technical challenges, you will collaborate closely with software teams to identify and fix issues, whilst acting as the main liaison with other teams.


You’ll ideally have the following;

- Strong knowledge of embedded systems and RTOS

- Experience with MCU/DSP processors

- Strong leadership experience – evidence delivering on projects

- Scripting experience (Python/Shell/C/C++ etc.)

- Automation experience

- Any experience with Jira/Gi/CI Systems i.e. Jenkins would be a bonus


The company have a great culture, many of the engineering team have been with the business for several years. They’re great at offering opportunities for upskilling, L&D, career progression and really respecting their employee’s work to life balance.


They are offering a strong salary (happy to provide full info prior to application) for this role + a range of strong benefits (8% Bonus, 8% Pension, 33 days holiday package and a good training budget to match).


Their offices are based in central Edinburgh where they would expect you onsite about twice a week, they have a world-class set up, with their own top of the range gym, sound-proofed music room, onsite chef and so much more.


If you’re passionate about embedded systems get in touch with Olivia at Cathcart Technology,



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