Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the University of Cambridge for an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join the University Information Services (UIS) Department. This role focuses on test automation and quality assurance, supporting the University's ambition to transform education and research digitally. UIS provides the digital infrastructure, business information, and computing services at the heart of the University.

Working across operational support and project activities, you will take ownership of increasing automated software testing, improving efficiency, reducing risks, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in a DevOps-driven environment, aligning testing efforts with technical goals and project timelines alongside the Technical Lead, Product Manager, and Delivery Manager.

What you will be doing

• You will be primarily responsible for owning different testing phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) as they relate to quality assurance, including a broad range of functional, integration, regression, exploratory, non-functional, and automated testing.
• Produce test plans and completion reports to ensure solutions meet business requirements and quality benchmarks.
• You will design, maintain, and execute automated tests utilising frameworks and tools such as Selenium WebDriver and Pytest.
• Create cross-platform, multi-device test scripts integrated into CI/CD pipelines.
• Prioritise automation for maximum value, reducing risks and ensuring scalability.
• Serve as the technical expert for testing, contributing to testing strategies and embedding automation throughout the SDLC.
• Maintain a junior developer mindset: be comfortable reading and understanding code, eager to grow technically, and able to contribute proactively within a collaborative DevOps environment.

What you will bring

• Highly proficient in Python with hands-on experience in test automation.
• Experience with Selenium WebDriver, Pytest, and CI/CD integration.
• Strong understanding of test data management, quality, and scalability.
• Experience with API testing and tools, endpoint validation and integration testing.
• Detail-oriented, technically proficient, and committed to engineering excellence.
• Collaborative approach with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

It would be great if you had knowledge of 

• Advanced techniques in automated testing and quality assurance practices.
• Shifting quality left and embedding testing early in the SDLC.
• DevOps-driven software delivery environments and tools.
• Experience with Worktribe or similar cloud-based research management tool.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates. 

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to recruitment@uis.cam.ac.uk quoting reference number VC47453 in the first instance.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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