QA Lead Engineer in Ash

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At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We are a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that is critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

The Specialty Camera Engineering team based in Ware, UK is responsible for developing cameras for long range surveillance applications, such as border or coastal security. The products are aimed at public and commercial safety. The team is responsible for the development of the complete products, including hardware, firmware and mechanics and takes care of the whole development life-cycle that includes development, testing and maintenance of the systems we build.

In this role, you will be an integral part of our dynamic, fast-paced software development team. We are looking for a proactive contributor who thrives on collaboration and is eager to engage in the entire software development lifecycle, from initial concept generation and architectural design through to final implementation and launch. This position follows a hybrid model, combining the flexibility of remote work with essential in-person teamwork. Therefore, candidates must be able to reliably commute to our Ware office to collaborate on key projects and attend scheduled team meetings.

Core Technical Proficiencies

• Programming Languages: Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems testing; scripting experience with Python for automation.
• Processors: Familiarity with Microchip PIC32, ARM architectures, Intel x86 and their software/firmware testing requirements.
• Operating Systems: Experience with bare-metal, RTOS environments and Linux from a validation and verification perspective.
• Networking: Understanding of TCP and UDP networking protocols; ability to design and execute relevant test cases.
• Communication Protocols: Experience testing SPI, I2C, CANbus and other embedded interfaces.
• Robotics & Control Systems: Experience or strong interest in test automation for robotics or control software.
• DevOps & CI/CD: Familiarity with automated testing, continuous integration.
• Version Control: Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows for test asset management.
• Jira ticketing system: experience with bug tracking and issue recording.

Advantageous Skills and Knowledge

• Python: Advanced scripting for automated test development, data analysis, or custom validation tools.
• Image Processing: Experience in testing image processing pipelines.
• Camera Systems: Familiarity with camera hardware/software interfaces, sensor validation, and test automation.
• Hardware/Software Co-Verification: Experience working closely with hardware teams to plan, execute, and document board bring-up and system-level validation.

Collaboration & Personal Attributes

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work closely with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams to define test requirements, investigate issues, and ensure product quality.
• Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills for complex embedded systems.
• Adaptability: Eagerness to learn new tools, technologies, and adapt to dynamic project requirements.
• Initiative: Proactive in developing new tests, automating manual processes, and identifying/resolving quality issues.
• Communication: Ability to document test plans, results, bugs, and provide actionable feedback to both software and hardware stakeholders.
• Ownership: Lead and drive key quality assurance and automation projects from conception to completion.
• Test Strategy: Define and implement our overarching test strategy, ensuring all new features and products meet our quality standards across multiple scrum teams.
• Collaboration: Work closely with product managers and cross-functional teams to define requirements, identify risks, and ensure project goals are met.
• Continuous Integration: Integrate automated tests into our CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and faster feedback loops.
• Debugging & Analysis: Analyze test results, identify and report bugs, and perform root cause analysis to ensure timely resolution.
• Pipeline Optimization: Assist in the maintenance and improvement of our build and deployment pipelines, helping to streamline our release process.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the improvement of our QA processes, tools, and best practices.
• Reporting: Analyze test results, identify and report bugs, and work with the development team to ensure timely resolution.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree is required, with an emphasis on Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or experience in a related technical discipline.
• Hands-on experience as a senior level SDET or QA Automation Engineer.
• Strong programming skills in a relevant language (i.e. Python, C#, etc.).
• Practical experience with CI/CD platforms (i.e. Jira, GitHub Actions).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate technical concepts and project plans to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with performance and load testing tools.
• Familiarity with Docker or other containerization technologies.
• Prior experience mentoring or leading other QA Engineers.

In return for your expertise, we will support you in this new challenge with coaching & development every step of the way. Also, to reward your hard work you will get:

• Competitive salary and bonus schemes.
• Two weeks additional pay per year (holiday bonus).
• 25 days holiday entitlement + bank holidays.
• Attractive defined contribution pension scheme.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Flexible working options.
• Private medical care.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Career development support and wide ranging learning opportunities.
• Employee health and wellbeing support EAP, wellbeing guidance etc.
• Carbon neutral initiatives/goals.
• Corporate social responsibility initiatives including support for volunteering days.
• Well known companies discount scheme.

Travel Requirements: Under 10%

Relocation Provided: None

Position Type: Experienced

Referral Payment Plan: Yes

Company: Motorola Solutions UK Limited

EEO Statement: Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you would like to join our team but feel that you do not quite meet all of the preferred skills, we would still love to hear why you think you would be a great addition to our team.