701 Test Architect jobs in the United Kingdom

ABOUT ORGANOX:

OrganOx is an innovative, fast-paced, global medical device company with a mission to save lives by making every donated organ count. We are a commercial stage organ technology company, spun out of the University of Oxford in 2008, committed to improving transplantation outcomes throughout the world. The company’s first product, the OrganOx metra ® normothermic machine perfusion (NMP) system for liver transplantation, has been used to support more than 5,000 liver transplant operations globally.

Position Summary

The Systems Test Architect provides technical and strategic leadership on design, development and test. Driving a culture of innovation, technical excellence and delivery responsibility; enabling efficient development of cutting-edge Class 3 Medical Devices in an ISO 13485, 21 CFR PART 820 and MDR quality management system environment.

Listed below are the major responsibilities of the role and a brief description of some of the key tasks to be performed. This list is not totally exhaustive.

This is an onsite position based in Oxford with flexibility.

Major Responsibilities

Under direction from the Director, Systems Engineering, the Systems Test Architect will be responsible for:

• Author and maintain the System Test strategy and roadmap of developments.
• Conducting the analysis, trending and insight generation of insights to identify risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Lead activities for high level system design, through all stages of technical development and across the business structure in with company goals and technology strategies.
• Ensuring test design and testability input to enable DfT and DfR of System, Mechanical, Electronic, Software and Digital Health designs.
• Researching technologies and making informed recommendations for their introduction based on best practice and project/company goals.
• Comprehensive system test of designs in the product and project portfolio to ensure criteria are met across a range of attributes including function, performance, safety, interface and reliability.
• Collaborate with and advise key stakeholders to gather and understand needs and technical specifications, working closely to ensure alignment.
• Supporting, coaching and mentoring engineers across the business in the development of their Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.
• System Test Engineering SOP & WI that enable Design Verification and Validation. Including Plans, Sample Sizing, Methods, Protocols, training, execution, analysis and reporting.
• Selection recommendations, development and qualification of tools and systems.
• Integrating relevant DHF content and technical activities for products across the project portfolio to achieve efficient, compliant delivery.
• Contributing to performance metrics and their review, identifying improvement opportunities and implementing development plans.
• Collaborate with colleagues, teams throughout the business and external resources to ensure adherence to architectural guidelines, best practice and timely execution.
• Supporting engineers with completion of the relevant records for test activities in the DHF, DMR and DHR; facilitating the regulatory submission process and ensuring the capability for future development and maintenance of designs.
• Adhere to the letter and spirit of OrganOx’s Code of Conduct and all other company policies

Requirements

Skills & Experience   

• Extensive experience in developing test strategies, infrastructure, and tool qualifications.
• Hands-on experience working with external test houses to ensure compliance with IEC 60601 standards.
• Strong understanding of sample size development and statistical justification.
• Experience with audits and regulatory submissions, including preparation and presentations to regulatory bodies.
• Experience with software driven mechatronic devices, precision control and hydraulics.
• Experience with Class 2 or 3 medical devices and familiarity with the unique challenges in this field are desirable.
• Advanced knowledge of medical device testing tools and technologies (desirable)
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the regulatory environment, including FDA, IEC 60601, ISO 13485, ISO 62366 and other relevant standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
• A well established and proven track record in systems testing within the medical device industry, preferably with Class 3 devices.

Benefits

At OrganOx, we value innovation, evidence, integrity, teamwork, respect, and passion. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and retirement plans. We support work-life balance and provide opportunities for ongoing professional development.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation race, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Paragraf’s patented contamination-free deposition technology delivers game-changing opportunities for the commercialisation of graphene by allowing us to manufacture high-purity 2D graphene sheets at scale.

Paragraf is the first company in the world to mass produce graphene-based electronic devices using standard semiconductor processes. We not only specialise in the manufacture of high-purity graphene but also its seamless integration into ready to use products that can be quickly adopted by our customers and partners to support the advancement of their technologies.

At Paragraf we are committed to materially transforming electronics through the development of high-purity graphene products that will facilitate massive improvements in the performance of technologies across all aspects of life.

Founded as a spin out from Cambridge University in 2017 with the aim of transferring the technology from the academic lab into a commercial entity. Since then, we have grown from one site in Somersham, Cambridgeshire and three employees to a team of over 100 amazing people and an additional production facility in Huntingdon as well as sales teams globally promoting Paragraf.

The Role

This role focuses on developing and maintaining automated test equipment to ensure the high quality and performance of our products. You will guide projects through requirements elicitation, design, development, test, release and support. Outside of test, you will use your experience and knowledge to create robust and efficient solutions to assist in other areas of the company, as well as driving best practice and industry standards. Solutions will include a multi discipline collaboration of skills and departments.

Responsibilities & Tasks

• Design and develop internal software using a selection of programming languages (Python / C#/ C++ / LabView), to support the manufacture and testing of our Graphene electronics products.
• Support the development of automated test equipment by writing software to communicate with hardware for motion control and data acquisition.
• Support the integration of production systems (MES/ERP) with internal software applications, e.g. through the development of APIs.
• Design and integrate Microsoft SQL databases for test data storage, manufacturing tracking, and system configuration.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and data engineers throughout a system’s development and production life cycle.
• Troubleshoot systems issues involving both software and hardware.
• Maintain effective communication with cross-functional stakeholders to elicit functional and non-functional software requirements, ensuring alignment with business / product needs.
• Own Solution Project Plans and reporting of progress & updates to Management.
• Take a proactive approach to CI/CD and Testing, ensuring best practice and longevity is at its core and provide professional documentation and frameworks.
• Manage Git repositories as administrator, deciding on permission and workflow setups.
• Manage subordinates’ workload and line management as and when required.
• Maintain and promote excellent understanding of software design principles for efficient and maintainable code.
• Continuously seeking new ways for automation to drive company efficiency.
• Deliver tactical quick wins and show adaptability and flexibility with day to day activity.
• Be a Critical Thinker, understanding requirements and novel ways to deliver solutions effectively.
• Comfortable working autonomously on fast-paced, high output projects
• Be enthusiastic about challenges, potentially beyond the initial scope of the role, and motivated by a new opportunity.

Requirements

Education and Qualifications

• Computer science degree or equivalent software development experience from time in industry.

Experience

• Experience developing software in Python / C# / C++ / LabView / SQL and writing testable, maintainable code.
• Experience creating and maintaining predominantly internal software solutions for data acquisition, processing, modelling and visualisation.
• 3+ years of experience in automated test equipment software development for manufacturing and system integration.
• Experience working within cross-functional teams on the design and delivery of internal instrumentation / tools.
• Experienced with Git for version control.
• Experience with agile workflow and supporting software (e.g. Jira).
• Experience designing and maintaining database architectures in relational databases.
• Experience providing top-level technical summaries to support development within a NPD framework.
• Experience working in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Ability to face into challenges and adapt.

Preferred Skills that Set You Apart

• Experience with production system configuration / development (e.g. MES/ERPs).
• Comfortable working with the Scrum framework.

Communication

• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to contribute and encourage ideas generation to senior management
• Effectively communicate technical information, and to report on status of work in a timely manner to senior management
• Ability to present information clearly and appropriately for the audience

Additional factors

• Respect and adherence to confidentiality and critical matters
• Responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by complying with company policies and processes and all relevant regulations including the use of PPE, as appropriate to the level and scope of the role. This includes participation in health and safety training and reporting of any potential hazards or breaches of safety protocols in the appropriate manner.
• Willing to travel both domestically and abroad

Benefits

At Paragraf we are constantly looking for new ways to support and reward our team. This is our current list of benefits, they are subject to change and review:

• Group Personal Pension Plan- Employer contribution 5%, Employee contribution minimum 4%
• Private health insurance on completion of probation
• Share Option scheme
• Death in service of 3 times salary and income protection on completion of probation
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the chance to ‘purchase’ up to 5 additional days each year
• Personal and Professional Development Plans and support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric Vehicle Lease Scheme
• Payroll Giving scheme

Your new company
Hays Technology are recruiting a Lead Test Automation Engineer to join a prestigious organisation based in Leeds. This is a permanent opportunity offering the chance to lead/mentor a high-performing test automation team within a forward-thinking and innovative environment.

Your new role
In your new role, you will lead a small team of test automation engineers, overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated testing across critical applications. You'll be responsible for functional, system, integration, end-to-end, and security testing using tools such as Selenium and Karate.

You'll collaborate closely with developers, analysts, and architects to enhance automation assets, while also contributing to performance testing using JMeter and LoadRunner. The role involves continuous improvement, mentoring, and active participation in recruitment and strategic initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed

Essential skills and experience

• Proven hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g. Selenium, Karate)
• Strong understanding of testing methodologies and scripting languages (e.g. Python, JavaScript)
• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner
• Ability to lead and mentor technical test teams
• Excellent collaboration skills across DevOps and product teams
• Exposure to Oracle ERP systems and data platforms

Desirable skills

• Familiarity with middleware technologies (Kafka, IBM MQ, ACE)
• Experience with security testing tools (e.g. Fortify, SonarQube, Twistlock)
• Knowledge of application monitoring tools such as Control M
• Exposure to generative AI and Tableau reporting

What you'll get in return
This exciting role offers a salary between 47,000 - 60,000, depending on experience, along with excellent benefits including generous holidays, a competitive pension scheme and hybrid working.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company
Hays Technology are recruiting a Lead Test Automation Engineer to join a prestigious organisation based in Leeds. This is a permanent opportunity offering the chance to lead/mentor a high-performing test automation team within a forward-thinking and innovative environment.

Your new role
In your new role, you will lead a team of 8-10 test automation engineers, overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated testing across critical applications. You'll be responsible for functional, system, integration, end-to-end, and security testing using tools such as Selenium and Karate.

You'll collaborate closely with developers, analysts, and architects to enhance automation assets, while also contributing to performance testing using JMeter and LoadRunner. The role involves continuous improvement, mentoring, and active participation in recruitment and strategic initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed

Essential skills and experience

• Proven hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g. Selenium, Karate)
• Strong understanding of testing methodologies and scripting languages (e.g. Python, JavaScript)
• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner
• Ability to lead and mentor technical test teams
• Excellent collaboration skills across DevOps and product teams
• Exposure to Oracle ERP systems and data platforms

Desirable skills

• Familiarity with middleware technologies (Kafka, IBM MQ, ACE)
• Experience with security testing tools (e.g. Fortify, SonarQube, Twistlock)
• Knowledge of application monitoring tools such as Control M
• Exposure to generative AI and Tableau reporting
• Participation in innovation initiatives such as hackathons

What you'll get in return
This exciting role offers a salary between 47,000 - 57,000, depending on experience, along with excellent benefits including generous holidays, a competitive pension scheme and hybrid working.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Test Automation Specialist Engineer- upto 65,000- Burgess Hill, UK (Hybrid)

A large scale international banking/ finance client in Burgess Hill, UK is looking for a Test Automation Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing robust automated tests to ensure the quality, security, and reliability of our mission-critical banking applications.

They offer a great career opportunity to work on interesting projects in a large IT function - giving you the chance to move into more senior positions in the future.

As the successful candidate you must have:

• Overall Experience: 5 years in software testing with a 3-year focus on building scalable automation solutions.
• UI & Mobile Automation: Expertise in modern frameworks including Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, WebdriverIO, and Appium.
• Core Programming Skills: Strong command of Java, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript for creating reliable and maintainable test scripts.
• API & Services Testing: Proficient in validating APIs using tools like Rest Assured and Postman.
• DevOps Integration: Experienced in integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
• Emerging Technology: Over 6 months of practical experience applying GenAI tools to enhance quality assurance processes.
• Methodology: Thorough understanding and practical application of Agile and Scrum principles.

This is an urgent vacancy where the hiring manager is looking to shortlist for an interview immediately. Please send a copy of your CV to ( surjeeth. Singh @ randstad digital . com ) asap to be considered.

Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Your new company
Hays Technology are recruiting a Lead Test Automation Engineer to join a prestigious organisation based in Leeds. This is a permanent opportunity offering the chance to lead/mentor a high-performing test automation team within a forward-thinking and innovative environment.

Your new role
In your new role, you will lead a small team of test automation engineers, overseeing the design.

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