Automation Test Engineer

Software / Firmware Test Automation Engineer

Vickerstock are proud to be working in partnership with a global engineering and technology organisation at the forefront of the Green Energy transition to recruit a Software / Firmware Test Automation Engineer to join their innovative R&D team.

This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technologies spanning embedded systems, advanced measurement solutions and cloud‑based industrial platforms. You will play a key role in ensuring product quality across both firmware and software environments, working within an Agile Scrum team alongside development and product stakeholders.

The Role

• Design, implement and execute both manual and automated test solutions across a suite of products
• Develop and maintain automation frameworks using Python and relevant tools
• Identify opportunities to improve test efficiency, coverage and repeatability
• Create detailed test plans, test cases and ensure full traceability to requirements
• Execute smoke, regression and functional testing (manual and automated)
• Analyse defects, support prioritisation and work closely with developers to resolve issues
• Validate firmware fixes and analyse test results
• Capture debug outputs and support root cause analysis of firmware issues
• Maintain test records, release documentation and software artefacts
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced Agile environment

What you will need

• Extensive experience in firmware and/or software test automation
• Strong hands‑on experience with Python (Robot Framework highly desirable)
• Experience designing and maintaining test automation frameworks
• Proven ability in debugging, troubleshooting and defect analysis
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins
• Experience with version control systems (GitHub preferred)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Desirable (but not essential)

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or similar
• Experience with embedded systems and environments
• Exposure to Docker/microservices testing
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems
• Experience with tools such as JIRA, HP ALM or similar
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and cloud‑based systems
• Experience working with electronic test equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, signal generators)
• Ability to understand mechanical and electronic systems

What's on offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technology in the renewable energy sector
• Collaborative and innovative R&D environment
• Exposure to both embedded systems and cloud‑based technologies
• Competitive salary and benefits package