Junior Test Engineer

At Critical Software, our people are our superpower. We’re a community of curious minds and tech wizards, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. More than just a workplace, we’re a tight‑knit team with a shared mission—using technology to make the world safer, smarter, and better. We work with industry giants in Aerospace, Rail, Medical, Energy, Finance
, and more, tackling real‑world challenges with cutting‑edge solutions. Now, we’re on the lookout for our next Junior Test Engineer
—could it be you?

We are looking for a motivated Junior Test Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development and testing of cutting‑edge solutions in the energy domain. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about automation, scripting, and quality assurance to grow their career in a dynamic environment.

• Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts using Robot Framework
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• Perform functional and integration testing for software components.
• Collaborate with developers and QA teams to identify and resolve issues.
• Maintain and enhance test environments on Linux systems.
• Document test results and provide clear feedback to stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement of testing processes and tools.

• Hands‑on experience with Robot Framework for automated testing.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation.
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and command‑line tools.

• Familiarity with GBCS (Great Britain Companion Specification).
• Understanding of DLMS (Device Language Message Specification).
• Knowledge of SMETS2 smart metering standards

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Endless growth
—challenging projects that stretch your skills

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Real impact
—help shape critical industries and improve millions of lives

❤️ A supportive, people‑first culture
—because work should be awesome

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Perks that matter
—flexible work policies, well‑being benefits & modern offices that feel like home

🏆 A chance to make a difference
—join social initiatives and be part of something bigger

If you're ready to kick‑start your career in a dynamic, purpose‑driven environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Unfortunately we can not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Critical Software is proud to be a Benefit Corporation. A Benefit Corporation differs from a standard corporation (C-Corporation):
It is a for‑profit business entity, legally defined in the US and other jurisdictions, whose legally defined goals include the positive impact on society, workers, the community and the environment, in addition to profit.

We are an equal opportunity workplace and committed to allow candidates with disabilities or neurodevelopmental conditions to prove their competencies to their full potential. We are willing to move the barriers that may prevent you from demonstrating that you are the right candidate for this role, so please let us know if you need some adjustment in your recruitment process.