Software Test Engineer
Software Test Engineer
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About the role
Kinneir Dufort (KD) is a world-class user-centred innovation and product development consultancy specializing in the medical and consumer health sectors. As part of the SteriPack group we collaborate globally with contract manufacturing facilities in Europe the USA and Asia alongside additional design and product development teams in New Jersey and Colorado.
Were seeking a versatile Software Test Engineer to design and automate tests across embedded and application-level systems. Youll work hands-on with hardware test setups enhance CI-integrated test infrastructure and support development debugging and documentation aligned with IEC 62304 standards. This role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality traceability and compliance in both regulated and non-regulated projects.
This is a full-time role however we are also open to applications from candidates who are looking to work more flexibly please reach out to discuss this with us (our contact details follow below).
About you
You will have a strong foundation in embedded systems and the versatility to work higher up the stack. You will have a passion for understanding technology and delivering great solutions.
You will have experience testing and validating complex systems maintaining and extending test infrastructure and supporting development activities across a range of technologies. You likely have a broad range of interests from hands-on hardware to software tools CI/CD pipelines and documentation.
Youll bring a strong foundation in embedded systems and an eagerness to stretch into new areasfrom scripting and automation to technical documentation and client collaboration. As the role evolves so will your opportunitiesespecially into software development and client-facing consultancy. If youre curious adaptable and ready to grow we want to hear from you.
Job requirements
Your skills and experience
Whilst you do not need to meet all of these points please ensure you meet the majority of them before making an application:
Essential:
Demonstrable experience in test engineering validation or development.
Software development skills (preferably C/C) and scripting (e.g. Python).
Exposure to embedded systems (e.g. STM32 FreeRTOS) and/or application-level software.
Demonstrable experience with test automation tools and CI/CD platforms (e.g. Jenkins).
Understanding of electronics instrumentation and diagnostic workflows.
Ability to write structured compliant documentation and communicate clearly.
The ability to communicate your ideas and collaborate in broad project teams.
Desirable:
Familiarity with medical or safety-critical standards such as IEC 62304.
Experience with Git Jira Confluence or equivalent tools.
Experience with CppUTest GTest and Doxygen.
Comfort working across multiple layers of the stack from hardware to application logic.
Experience of working in a consultancy environment.
We are considering a salary of up to 40800 for this role.
Why work with us
KD offers interesting and varied work combined with a supportive team culture to provide a stimulating environment where you will have the opportunity to develop and learn from others. We offer flexible working policies where working patterns are agreed with our line managers taking into account the role needs of the individual and the team. We recognise that we are only as good as our people and we know how important it is to support our team.
We offer:
Performance-related company-wide bonus.
Flexible hybrid working in line with our core hours (MonThu 9:30am12:00pm & 2:00pm4:00pm; Fri 9:30am12:00pm).
Private healthcare for you and your family.
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
Matched contributory pension scheme.
25 days of annual leave plus the option to purchase up to one working week and additional days for length of service.
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and digital wellbeing platform.
Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle Lease schemes.
Death in service (x4 gross salary).
Training and development opportunities including dedicated learning days and regular knowledge-sharing sessions.
A free lunch the first Monday of every month alongside our company-wide meeting.
Free breakfast every Wednesday monthly team lunches and plenty of opportunities to socialise including team-organized activities summer and Christmas parties and more.
About us
KD is based in an iconic Grade II listed building in the heart of Bristol. Our vibrant workspace houses state-of-the-art labs a design studio usability suites and collaborative meeting spaces. Nestled in a lively neighbourhood with independent shops were just a short walk from Park Street the Harbourside and St. Nicks Markets.
We are proud of our values:
Find a way
Pull together
Care
Our diverse multidisciplinary team spans research design human factors engineering prototyping manufacturing and beyond. Together we deliver cutting-edge solutions for clients ranging from global leaders to innovative start-ups with a particular focus on medical devices drug delivery orthopaedics and diagnostics.
Do we sound like a good match for you
If youd like to discuss the role or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need to make your application wed love to hear from you. If you think you might be the right person for us but want an informal chat first then get in touch via .
Please note the deadline for this vacancy is 23 July although we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if we have a high level of applications. We look forward to hearing from you!
At KD we believe that designing for people means including all people starting with the team behind the work. Our human-centred design ethos is rooted in empathy and our values pull together find a way and care guide us in building a team that reflects the diversity of the world we design for.
We know that different perspectives lead to better ideas stronger collaboration and more meaningful outcomes. If you meet the skills and experience for this role we welcome your application whatever your background identity or path into design. What matters to us is that you share our belief in purposeful people-first design.
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Employment Type
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