Lead System Integration Tester

Salary: £80,000 - 90,000 per year

Requirements:

• Programming experience in C/C++, Python or similar languages
• Proven experience in a senior software or systems test leadership role, including building, leading and developing high-performing test teams
• Strong background in defining and implementing test strategies and experience acting as a Product Owner within a testing environment
• Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies and the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Expert knowledge of system integration testing principles and best practices, with experience leading test automation initiatives
• Knowledge of modern wireless communications technologies; experience with 5G architectures would be advantageous
• Ability to think strategically and align testing activities with wider business objectives
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive, collaborative and adaptable approach
• Understanding of analogue and digital electronics, including radio frequency (RF) principles
• Strong working knowledge of Linux
• Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience leading small to medium-sized software development or testing projects
• Familiarity with software engineering best practices, including code reviews, unit testing and modular design
• Experience with modern development and CI/CD tools such as Kubernetes, Jira and Jenkins
• Experience using Git or other version control systems
• Understanding of cloud infrastructure, databases and their impact on system performance
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud
• Knowledge of network management protocols such as SNMP, NETCONF and YANG

Responsibilities:

• Lead the System Integration Test function within a matrix organisation, with Test Engineers working across multiple Scrum teams
• Develop and implement system integration test strategies, plans and test cases for complex technology products, including interoperability and integration testing with customer and third-party systems
• Lead the development of automated system tests for new and existing features, while contributing to the ongoing evolution of the test automation framework
• Act as Product Owner for the Regression Test Scrum Team
• Drive continuous improvement in the efficiency, quality and flexibility of system test activities
• Contribute to the overall test strategy, processes and ways of working
• Collaborate closely with engineering and test teams across the organisation
• Manage relationships with external suppliers and third-party testing partners where appropriate
• Support customer demonstrations, trials and validation activities
• Work closely with software, hardware and test leads to ensure successful product delivery
• Stay up to date with emerging testing methodologies and technologies within the telecommunications and wireless communications sector

Technologies:

• AWS
• Azure
• CI/CD
• Cloud
• Git
• Hardware
• Support
• JIRA
• Jenkins
• Kubernetes
• Linux
• Matrix
• Network
• Product Owner
• Python
• E2E

More:

We are a growing organisation that enables high-speed connectivity without requiring extensive fibre installation, with our solutions used in fixed wireless access, enterprise networks and communications infrastructure. This Lead Systems Integration Tester role is based in Cambridge, predominantly site-based with occasional home working, and offers a salary of £80,000 to £90,000 DOE.

last updated 31 week of 2026