QA Automation Engineer

QA Automation Engineer
6 Months
Ipswich
350/day Umbrella

REED Technology are recruiting for a QA Automation Engineer to join a leading technology organisation delivering next-generation broadband and connectivity products.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer who enjoys building automated test solutions, improving test infrastructure and working with modern networking technologies.

You'll play a key role in developing Python-based automation, maintaining Linux and containerised test environments and helping ensure the quality of customer-facing products used at scale.

What you'll be doing

• Developing automated test scripts using Python
• Maintaining and enhancing CPE and broadband test environments
• Supporting Linux, Docker and virtualised platforms
• Investigating complex technical issues and identifying solutions
• Collaborating within Agile delivery teams
• Using Git, GitLab and Jira to support software delivery
• Contributing to ongoing platform and process improvements

What we're looking for

• Strong Python skills
• Linux and Docker experience
• Knowledge of VMs and containerisation
• Experience with Git, GitLab and Jira
• Background in automation testing
• Agile/Scrum experience
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Desirable experience

• Broadband, telecoms or networking environments
• CPE or Home Gateway testing
• IPv4/IPv6 networking
• FTTP, xDSL and Wi-Fi technologies
• RF or wireless networking concepts
• 4G/5G network knowledge

This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically complex products in a modern engineering environment where automation, connectivity and platform quality are at the heart of delivery.

Apply today using the link provide.

Please note - Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, this position is unable to provide visa sponsorship, now or in the future. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process based on skills, experience and ability.