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People Source Consulting Don't show me jobs from People Source Consulting

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£0 to £0 per year

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Cambridge Don't show me jobs in this location

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Permanent

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Full time

Lead Software Test Engineer - Cambridge We are looking for top QA talent, the opportunities and cultural diversity that you can find in our Platform Group are second to none. The group remit is to create production quality, true platform agnostic products and tools spanning the OS spectrum (Linux, Unix, Mac and Windows) to ensure business continuity for our product line. Tests production software of moderate complexity to ensure quality through the use of systematic tests from QA through release. Develops, modifies and evaluates software test plans used to design, implement, test, and optimize software on multiple projects. Selects appropriate methods and techniques to resolve issues. Maintains and drives continuous quality improvement in meeting internal and external customer requirements. Communicates and coordinates with managers, other peer testers and developers to build alignment between cross-functional groups. Provides guidance to STEs. Primary Duties / Responsibilities: * Responsible for planning and executing functional and system level testing of products across OS platforms to test various features. * Writes test plans and test cases for one or more medium to large functional areas. * Sets up test environments, executes tests, records results and defects, and works with developers to reproduce problems and get them resolved. * Builds out interdependent test beds, and can write effective plans based off of functional, design and requirements specification. * Writes effective manual and intermediate automated test cases or automated frameworks. * Oversees software defect tracking and regression for identified project release. * Responsible for integrity of technical quality control work on assigned projects and communicates with team to maintain functionality, and efficacy. * Uses the right quality control tools to uncover defects and discover the state of the code. * Establishes and maintains thorough and accurate documentation of all work including status updates to summarize project highlights. * Maintains and drives continuous quality improvement in meeting internal and external customer requirements and maintaining awareness to meet ROI. * Interprets project activities on going to ensure prioritization of deliverables and accuracy in estimated milestone parameters. * Follows prescribed software engineering and test processes, procedures and customer use cases. * Analyses and reproduces problems reported by Customer Support. Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities): * Demonstrated programming and/or scripting proficiency in at least one of the following (C, C++, shell, python) * Strong knowledge and experience with test methodologies, QA process, and software release cycle. * Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate test methodologies including writing test plans and test cases. * Good knowledge of Windows Operating Systems (Win7, Win2k8, Win2k3). * Solid knowledge of networking. * Solid knowledge of the Linux Operating System including various distributions and thin client devices * Strong knowledge of release procedures and software defect tracking. * Solid proficiency in test effort estimation and tracking. Performance testing experience beneficial Requirements (Education, Certification, Training, Experience): * BS degree or equivalent in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field. For individuals holding an advanced degree in one of these fields, additional years of formal education may be regarded as equivalent work experience. * Minimum 4+ years of directly related work experience. * At least 2 years of experience in software release cycle. qa test lead windows virtualization hypervisor software

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People Source Consulting Don't show me jobs from People Source Consulting

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£0 to £0 per year

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Cambridge Don't show me jobs in this location

Job term

Permanent

Job hours

Full time

Lead Software Test Engineer - Cambridge We are looking for top QA talent, the opportunities and cultural diversity that you can find in our Platform Group are second to none. The group remit is to create production quality, true platform agnostic products and tools spanning the OS spectrum (Linux, Unix, Mac and Windows) to ensure business continuity for our product line. Tests production software of moderate complexity to ensure quality through the use of systematic tests from QA through release. Develops, modifies and evaluates software test plans used to design, implement, test, and optimize software on multiple projects. Selects appropriate methods and techniques to resolve issues. Maintains and drives continuous quality improvement in meeting internal and external customer requirements. Communicates and coordinates with managers, other peer testers and developers to build alignment between cross-functional groups. Provides guidance to STEs. Primary Duties / Responsibilities: * Responsible for planning and executing functional and system level testing of products across OS platforms to test various features. * Writes test plans and test cases for one or more medium to large functional areas. * Sets up test environments, executes tests, records results and defects, and works with developers to reproduce problems and get them resolved. * Builds out interdependent test beds, and can write effective plans based off of functional, design and requirements specification. * Writes effective manual and intermediate automated test cases or automated frameworks. * Oversees software defect tracking and regression for identified project release. * Responsible for integrity of technical quality control work on assigned projects and communicates with team to maintain functionality, and efficacy. * Uses the right quality control tools to uncover defects and discover the state of the code. * Establishes and maintains thorough and accurate documentation of all work including status updates to summarize project highlights. * Maintains and drives continuous quality improvement in meeting internal and external customer requirements and maintaining awareness to meet ROI. * Interprets project activities on going to ensure prioritization of deliverables and accuracy in estimated milestone parameters. * Follows prescribed software engineering and test processes, procedures and customer use cases. * Analyses and reproduces problems reported by Customer Support. Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities): * Demonstrated programming and/or scripting proficiency in at least one of the following (C, C++, shell, python) * Strong knowledge and experience with test methodologies, QA process, and software release cycle. * Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate test methodologies including writing test plans and test cases. * Good knowledge of Windows Operating Systems (Win7, Win2k8, Win2k3). * Solid knowledge of networking. * Solid knowledge of the Linux Operating System including various distributions and thin client devices * Strong knowledge of release procedures and software defect tracking. * Solid proficiency in test effort estimation and tracking. Performance testing experience beneficial Requirements (Education, Certification, Training, Experience): * BS degree or equivalent in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field. For individuals holding an advanced degree in one of these fields, additional years of formal education may be regarded as equivalent work experience. * Minimum 4+ years of directly related work experience. * At least 2 years of experience in software release cycle. qa test lead windows virtualization hypervisor software

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People Source Consulting Don't show me jobs from People Source Consulting

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From £27 to £39 per hour

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Contract

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Full time

Global IT and Electronics Organisation with strong connections are currently looking for a DVB / IPTV proficient Certification Engineer / Test Engineer with strong Linux and Embedded C knowledge to join their European test / certification team. You will be based in London or Belgium but European travel is required. As a Senior Software Test Engineer / Certification Engineer with DVB / IPTV / Linux & Embedded C knowledge you will be working closely with the Certification Team and be responsible for examining issues raised in the certification lab; this would include analysing and accurately mimicking said issues. Verifying and validating these problems to insure they do not resurface. Meaning, you will need expert ability to debug code and acuratly identify the root cause of software problems. In order to qualify for this role you will need... - C Programming - Embedded Linux - Python and / or Bash scripting - Transport Stream (TS) editing experience. - Strong Linux and SQL System(s) Administration experience - Experience Cryptography skills. Duration Minimum of 6 Months Rate EUR35-50ph It gets said a lot but this really is an unprecedented chance to join an organisation with unmatched project opportunities. For further information please forward a CV or for an immediate telephone interview please call [contact details removed] and ask for Richard Hales. People Source will pay a referral bonus of up to EUR1000 if you recommend anyone to this position. Terms and conditions are on our website, ...

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People Source Consulting Don't show me jobs from People Source Consulting

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From £27 to £39 per hour

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Contract

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Full time

Global IT and Electronics Organisation with strong connections are currently looking for a DVB / IPTV proficient Certification Engineer / Test Engineer with strong Linux and Embedded C knowledge to join their European test / certification team. You will be based in London or Belgium but European travel is required. As a Senior Software Test Engineer / Certification Engineer with DVB / IPTV / Linux & Embedded C knowledge you will be working closely with the Certification Team and be responsible for examining issues raised in the certification lab; this would include analysing and accurately mimicking said issues. Verifying and validating these problems to insure they do not resurface. Meaning, you will need expert ability to debug code and acuratly identify the root cause of software problems. In order to qualify for this role you will need… - C Programming - Embedded Linux - Python and / or Bash scripting - Transport Stream (TS) editing experience. - Strong Linux and SQL System(s) Administration experience - Experience Cryptography skills. Duration Minimum of 6 Months Rate €35-50ph It gets said a lot but this really is an unprecedented chance to join an organisation with unmatched project opportunities. For further information please forward a CV or for an immediate telephone interview please call [contact details removed] and ask for Richard Hales. People Source will pay a referral bonus of up to €1000 if you recommend anyone to this position. Terms and conditions are on our website, ...

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People Source Consulting Don't show me jobs from People Source Consulting

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From £28 to £53 per hour

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Contract

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Full time

Automation Test Engineer (Embedded, C/C++) A Junior / Mid Weight Automation Test Engineer is required by my client in the Netherlands, you will have hands on experience in Software Development and Test Automation in a Commercial environment. *Please note, although the client is in London you will have to work in the Netherlands for this role. This will be your chance to join a pioneer and a leader in Consumer Electronics in Netherlands. The successful Automation Test Engineer will have the following experience; Required - Versatile test (automation) engineer, scripter - Software development and Automation Knowledge - Extensive knowledge of testing methods, practices, tools and test automation - Fluency in C/ C++ - Solid knowledge on Linux, scripting, and Java. - Experience with software development processes/working in teams - Good verbal and written communication skills (in English) Desirable - University degree in Computer Science, Discrete Mathematics, or a closely related field - Tester qualification (e.g. ISTQB) - Background in embedded software development - Experience with source control and bug tracking software People Source are acting as an employment agency for the purpose of this Automation Test Engineer advert and pay is indicative to experience and demand we notice. We however will offer a referral fee for anyone who can recommend a suitable Automation Test Engineer candidate. automation testing tester c development linux c c++

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People Source Consulting Don't show me jobs from People Source Consulting

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From £28 to £53 per hour

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Contract

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Full time

Automation Test Engineer (Embedded, C/C++) A Junior / Mid Weight Automation Test Engineer is required by my client in the Netherlands, you will have hands on experience in Software Development and Test Automation in a Commercial environment. *Please note, although the client is in London you will have to work in the Netherlands for this role. This will be your chance to join a pioneer and a leader in Consumer Electronics in Netherlands. The successful Automation Test Engineer will have the following experience; Required -Versatile test (automation) engineer, scripter -Software development and Automation Knowledge -Extensive knowledge of testing methods, practices, tools and test automation -Fluency in C/ C++ -Solid knowledge on Linux, scripting, and Java. -Experience with software development processes/working in teams -Good verbal and written communication skills (in English) Desirable -University degree in Computer Science, Discrete Mathematics, or a closely related field -Tester qualification (e.g. ISTQB) -Background in embedded software development -Experience with source control and bug tracking software People Source are acting as an employment agency for the purpose of this Automation Test Engineer advert and pay is indicative to experience and demand we notice. We however will offer a referral fee for anyone who can recommend a suitable Automation Test Engineer candidate. automation testing tester c development linux c c++