Software Test Engineer

Job description

Ensera Design is a world‑class user‑centred innovation and product development consultancy specializing in the medical and consumer health sectors. As part of Ensera we collaborate globally with contract manufacturing facilities in Europe, the USA and Asia alongside additional design and product development teams in New Jersey and Colorado.

We’re seeking a versatile Software Test Engineer to design and automate tests across embedded and application‑level systems. You’ll work hands‑on with hardware test setups, enhance CI‑integrated test infrastructure and support development debugging and documentation aligned with IEC 62304 standards. This role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality traceability and compliance in both regulated and non‑regulated projects.

This is a full‑time role; however we are also open to applications from candidates who are looking to work more flexibly. Please reach out to discuss this with us (our contact details follow below).

You will have a strong foundation in embedded systems and the versatility to work higher up the stack. You will have a passion for understanding technology and delivering great solutions.

You will have experience testing and validating complex systems, maintaining and extending test infrastructure and supporting development activities across a range of technologies. You likely have a broad range of interests from hands‑on hardware to software tools, CI/CD pipelines, and documentation.

You’ll bring a strong foundation in embedded systems and an eagerness to stretch into new areas—from scripting and automation to technical documentation and client collaboration. As the role evolves, so will your opportunities, especially into software development and client‑facing consultancy. If you’re curious, adaptable and ready to grow we want to hear from you.

Whilst you do not need to meet all of these points please ensure you meet the majority before applying:

Demonstrable experience in test engineering validation or development.

Software development skills (preferably C/C++) and scripting (e.g. Python).

Exposure to embedded systems (e.g. STM
32 FreeRTOS) and/or application‑level software.

Demonstrable experience with test automation tools and CI/CD platforms (e.g. Jenkins).

Understanding of electronics instrumentation and diagnostic workflows.

Ability to write structured compliant documentation and communicate clearly.

The ability to communicate your ideas and collaborate in broad project teams.

Familiarity with medical or safety‑critical standards such as IEC 62304.

Experience with Git, Jira, Confluence or equivalent tools.

Comfort working across multiple layers of the stack from hardware to application logic.

Experience of working in a consultancy environment.

We are considering a salary of up to £40,800 for this role.

Ensera Design offers interesting and varied work combined with a supportive team culture to provide a stimulating environment where you will have the opportunity to develop and learn from others. We offer flexible working policies where working patterns are agreed with our line managers taking into account the role needs of the individual and the team. We recognise that we are only as good as our people and we know how important it is to support our team.

Performance‑related company‑wide bonus.

Flexible hybrid working in line with our core hours (Mon‑Thu 9:30‑12:00 & 2:00‑4:00; Fri 9:30‑12:00).

Private healthcare for you and your family.

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

Matched contributory pension scheme.

25 days of annual leave plus the option to purchase up to one working week and additional days for length of service.

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and digital wellbeing platform.

Cycle‑to‑Work & Electric Vehicle Lease schemes.

Death in service (x4 gross salary).

Training and development opportunities including dedicated learning days and regular knowledge‑sharing sessions.

A free lunch the first Monday of every month alongside our company‑wide…