Software Test Team Leader in Poole

At Siemens Mobility, we believe our people are the cornerstone of our success. We are committed to nurturing a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive, while our shared mission drives innovation and transformation in the rail industry. The Mobile Communications business supplies on‑board GSM‑R equipment and other engineering solutions to rail industry operators and suppliers worldwide. This includes the GSM‑R cab radio with GPS and LTE connectivity and the GSM‑R data radio. We have earned a respected reputation in the industry and are leading the way in developing the next generation of rail communications – the Future Railway Mobile Communication System, based on 4G and 5G technology.

You’ll make a difference by:

• Responsibility for the delivery of test engineering activities to agreed time, cost, quality and performance requirements for large multidisciplinary projects.
• Line managing and leading the system test team; involving periodic progress reviews and work planning and allocation.
• Responsibility for producing test procedures according to the test strategy for system integration testing.
• Plan, co‑ordinate and manage test tasks to deliver effectively and efficiently.
• Responsible for writing test cases, test specification and test scripts.
• Regularly report test progress and status.
• Be responsible for engineering assurance and governance by demonstrating compliance with standards, processes, procedures, and requirements.
• Lead the provision of estimating for test tasks with regard to engineering deliverables, resources, plans, technology, risk and process.
• Able to clearly communicate test estimates, test progress, test results, test metrics, bug reporting and other relevant information to the test leadership team.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Proven experience as a Software/System Test Engineer ideally related to an Engineering domain but not essential.
• Track record of successfully leading teams and managing staff.
• Knowledge and proven experience and understanding of system integration testing for complex systems.
• Proficient handling experience in using ALM tools (DOORS would be an advantage).
• Willingness to travel in the UK & overseas if required.
• Proficient in writing test cases, test specifications and test scripts.
• ISEB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing (desirable).
• Able to demonstrate a proven understanding and experience of software test methodologies throughout the software development lifecycle.

Benefits:

• Wellbeing: Flexible working, 24/7 Mental health support, Subsidised gym memberships, Subsidised Bupa healthcare, Enhanced sick pay.
• Financial: Match and More pension, Life assurance, Perks at Work discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, Annual Bonus.
• Family: Day‑one parental rights, shared parental leave, extra holidays for length of service, enjoy 26 days annual leave (plus public holidays), with the flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 days each year, volunteering days and sabbaticals.
• Personal Growth: Access to online learning, support for external training and development opportunities, inclusive culture promoting equality and belonging, active employee networks, opportunities to grow your skills and career.

Join Siemens Mobility where your wellbeing, growth, and future matter.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter, who will be happy to support you.