Description
A Software Test Architect is required by a global leading semiconductor organisation on a long term contract basis. These systems are used by the major semiconductor manufacturers to create integrated circuits that power an array of electronic, communications and IT products. The successful candidate will have a chance to work in the Development & Engineering Department with state of the art technology; and work alongside world-class engineers.Job Mission
As a Software Test Architect Metrology you will steer the test roadmap, drive its execution and build up the test competence in accordance with company standards. You will work closely with the Software Developers and Test Architects on the definition and execution of the test strategy of software. If you can envision, guide and develop new ideas and desire a team environment of other passionate professionals, you may be a perfect fit.
In your responsibility as a test architect you will effectively propose balanced and realistic solutions to improve software product verifiability. Among your tasks are:
• Identifying and prioritising gaps in test coverage (risk based testing)
• Chasing solutions for missing or failing test cases
• Deploying customer use cases
• Reporting on test status
• Creating, maintaining and driving a test roadmap
• Have a hands-on role in the implementation of test improvements
• Build and spread test competence and methodologies
Education
MSc,PDEng or PhD in computer science, or comparable
Experience
You have a broad knowledge of test methodologies and a minimum of 5 years experience in developing and implementing test approaches for complex
in-product software systems. You are familiar with C and/or C++, Solaris, Linux, software testing and test automation; affinity with Python is an advantage.
Personal skills
• Pro-active, self-starter, decisive, takes ownership
• Strong communicator with a pragmatic attitude.
• Real team player with quality orientation.
• Good knowledge of English.
Other Information
Please enclose a personal motivation letter.
Please apply before 14th February 2014.