Test Automation Engineer (Python)

MCS Group is working with a pioneer in renewable energy and green technology as they look for an Automated Test Engineer to join them. This Automated Test Engineer position will focus on firmware and embedded systems testing, with automation at its core. You will join on a temporary contract for circa 18 months, with some extension possibility. The client is Lisburn based, so you will spend time on-site but with some working from home options as well.

This is a great opportunity to work on cutting-edge products while sharpening your automation expertise.

The Role

• Develop and run manual and automated tests across a range of products.
• Build and maintain automation frameworks (Python / Robot Framework).
• Improve test efficiency, coverage, and repeatability.
• Validate firmware fixes and analyse results.
• Collaborate with developers on regression and smoke testing.

The Person

• You will have solid experience of test automation for a variety of software and applications. Ideally you will also have experience of firmware testing.
• This role requires Python skills, so you will have hands-on Python experience and the ability to write solid Python scripts. The client is working with Robot framework, but other framework experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of Jenkins, GitHub, Selenium or similar tools.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Additional:

• Embedded systems knowledge would be beneficial as would experience with Playwright / TypeScript.

Salary: Equivalent to £40k - £50k (Depending on experience, paid as a rate per hour for the duration of the contract)

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Jill Johnston, Head of IT Contracts, at MCS Group 02896 935 509

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