Senior Software Test Automation Engineer

ARM
Bolton
1 year ago
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Job Overview:

We make debug tools that help Arm's partners build outstanding software on their embedded devices which power mobile, games, Android, Linux, Machine Learning, and enterprise applications. Engineers are afforded the opportunity to move between teams as needed to deliver products, so it helps to be a quick learner and willing to adapt to new technical challenges.

We are looking for skilled test engineers with expertise in crafting and implementing reliable automated tests.

Responsibilities:

We are growing our debugger team and seek a hardworking test automation engineer to help provide a wonderful developer experience to our partners!

We are building tools to help developers debug and bring up sophisticated devices that implement the latest Arm architecture features and intellectual property. The successful candidate will work in a new sub-team developing a new debugger UX. The candidate will cultivate automated tests and quality in the team.

Working with a team of engineers, you will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, from working with our Technology Managers to clarify requirements through to design, development and deployment of new features. At every stage, you will help develop automated test suites to ensure the final product is at the high quality our partners expect.

You will also work in conjunction with the existing Quality Engineering team, learning from and guiding your peers.

Required Skills and Experience :

  • Previous work in defining and implementing automated GUI based tests on a Windows, Mac or Linux application, or on a browser based application
  • A strong understanding of a code driven UI testing framework, ideally Playwright
  • Experience in a scripting language such as Typescript or Python
  • Experience of writing CI pipelines, ideally Jenkins
  • Familiarity with the basics of modern, effective software development: source control, automated testing, object-oriented or functional paradigms and the Agile methodology.

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience :

The following is a selection of skills used across our projects. It is not necessary to have any of these to apply or succeed in your application, but they will be an advantage. We will be able to provide opportunities to develop your skills in these areas.

  • Past work in Node.js, Electron, React, VSCode extensions
  • The underlying product is written in Java and C++, so a basic understanding of either of those languages would be helpful
  • Knowledge of how to effectively use the Linux command line
  • Experience with UX design principles and processes
  • Use of embedded debug tools like Arm Development Studio or Keil MDK and associated JTAG or SWD debug probes.

In Return:

As well as receiving a comprehensive reward package, you will be empowered to make a real difference to the quality of Arm's tools! There will be opportunities to grow and develop new skills both technical and non-technical, and to pursue a career at a leading technology company.

 

 

 

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Accommodations at Arm

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Hybrid Working at Arm

Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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