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Vacancy

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Test Engineer

Based in Cambridge

Objectives

Carry out full software test and verification of the VectaStar product range, as well as assisting with Type Approval testing as required.

Key Areas of Responsibility

  • Test each new software release according to the level identified by prior discussion with Engineering/Head of Test group
  • Regression testing of software releases
  • Identify bugs and feature enhancement as required, and accurately input them to the bug tracking database (Trac)
  • Liaise closely with the Engineering team to aid timely and accurate resolution of bugs
  • Build and maintain test fixtures using components of the VectaStar system
  • Record results based on commercially available test equipment and in house test equipment and software.
  • Assist with replication of customer affecting issues
  • Assist with the setup and execution of Type Approval Testing (RF, EMC and Safety)

Person specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

  • HNC in IT/Telecomms/Electronics based subject

Desirable

  • Degree in IT/Telecomms/Electronics based subject, ISEB, CCNA and above

Experience

Essential

  • Knowledge of IP Based Networking
  • Knowledge of UNIX (especially Linux) and Windows OS

Desirable

  • Knowledge of TCP/IP and ATM networks
  • Knowledge of E1, GSM and 3G networks
  • Theoretical and practical experience with microwave radio systems and test equipment
  • Practical electronics skills
  • Electronics knowledge
  • Knowledge of scripting in languages such as Python, Perl and JA
  • Cisco Systems (IOS)
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Personal Aptitudes

Essential

  • Personable and a team player
  • Identifies tasks and manages workload to meet deadlines
  • Able to communicate effectively with other Engineers on a technical level
  • Methodical and organised

Apply for this position

If you are interested in this position please email Catherine Lee attaching your CV and a covering letter.

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