Software Tester (Embedded)

Software Test Engineer (Contract) Full time on site in Cambridge Inside IR35, Day Rate: £500   9 months duration  We are looking for an experienced Principal Software Test Engineer to support the development of customer-facing software for an industry-leading all-optical network switch platform. Please note, you will need experience of networking protocols and testing embedded software to be considered for this positon. Please ensure you live within a commutable distance to Cambridge and hold a valid right to work.  Key responsibilities include: • Developing and maintaining automated test frameworks using Python, Bash, and related tools • Executing manual functional, regression, and system-level testing • Supporting hardware/software integration testing within embedded Linux environments • Setting up and maintaining automated test environments and CI pipelines (Jenkins/GitLab CI) • Performing root cause analysis, debugging, and defect reporting • Collaborating with developers on system architecture and test strategy • Producing test documentation and artefacts in line with development and compliance requirements Key experience required: • Strong Python automation experience, ideally with PyTest and custom plugin development • Experience designing and executing hardware/software integration tests • Embedded Linux debugging and command-line expertise • Experience with CI pipelines and automated test reporting • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for software quality Hit apply if this is of interest