Test Automation Engineer in Bangor

Xperi invents, develops and delivers technologies that create extraordinary experiences at home and on the go for millions of people around the world. Powering billions of consumer electronics, connected cars and digital content titles, we make entertainment more immersive, driving more intelligent and every interaction seamlessly personalized through our renowned consumer brands: DTS®, HD Radio™ and TiVo®.

About the role:

We are looking for a Test/Automation Engineer to join our team in Bangor. In this position, you will design, develop and maintain test suites to assess the quality and performance of DTS audio technologies used in customer devices. You will also have responsibility to run test suites on DTS products. The ideal applicant should have a solid background in test automation and scripting, strong problem-solving abilities, and skill in documenting test cases clearly for customers. You will collaborate closely with developers, engineers, and product managers to deliver effective test automation solutions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, reusable, and efficient automated test scripts by utilising industry-standard tools and frameworks.
• Ensuring that the developed test suites are comprehensive, robust, and meet all requirements.
• Creating detailed documentation that clearly describes test modules and individual test cases.
• Upholding effective software development processes.
• Running test suites and recording the results of release tests.
• Collaborating closely with engineering teams to identify, prioritise, and resolve issues.
• Mentoring and supporting junior QA engineers in adopting best practices for test automation.
• Actively participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning meetings, and retrospectives.

Who we are looking for:

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in software testing, with an emphasis on test automation.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C/C++, C#).
• Knowledge of test management tools such as Jira, TestRail, Zephyr, or MSTest, as well as familiarity with test frameworks like GTest, JUnit, FlaUI, or equivalents.
• Skilled in utilizing version control systems, including Git.
• Good knowledge of the software development life cycle and agile methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain test automation suites.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, strong documentation capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a globally distributed team environment.

Nice to have:

• Certifications in software testing or test automation.
• Consumer electronic product and audio test experience.
• Experience with Audio Precision analysers or equivalent.

Why Join us:

• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career growth and learning opportunities.

Life @ Xperi:

At Xperi, we value People, Customers, Performance and Innovation. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees have a voice and sense of belonging, feel safe and valued, and are acknowledged for how their unique differences contribute to organizational culture and business outcomes.

Our employees and their families are important to us, and our comprehensive pay, stock and benefits programs reflect that. Xperi supports personal well-being, builds financial security and enables employees to share in our collective success.

Rewards include:

• Competitive compensation (salary, equity and bonuses) and comprehensive benefits designed to foster work-life balance, care for your health, protect your finances and help you save and invest for the future.
• Generous paid time away from work, including flexible time off, holidays and sick time, health and wellness initiatives, and a charitable match program to help you give back to your community.
• A flexible, hybrid work environment combining the best of in-office collaboration and community-building along with the benefits of working from home.