QA Automation Engineer
Summary
QA Automation Engineer based in Ipswich, UK, building automated tests (mainly in Python) for broadband/telecoms networking products such as home gateways and CPE. Day to day involves Linux, Docker/VMs, GitLab and Jira within an Agile team, with exposure to FTTP, xDSL, Wi-Fi and IPv4/IPv6 networking.
Salary: £? - ? per year
Requirements:- Strong Python skills
- Linux and Docker experience
- Knowledge of VMs and containerisation
- Experience with Git, GitLab and Jira
- Background in automation testing
- Agile/Scrum experience
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Desirable experience in broadband, telecoms or networking environments
- CPE or Home Gateway testing experience
- IPv4/IPv6 networking knowledge
- Experience with FTTP, xDSL and Wi-Fi technologies
- Knowledge of RF or wireless networking concepts
- 4G/5G network knowledge
- Legal right to work in the UK at the time of application
- Developing automated test scripts using Python
- Maintaining and enhancing CPE and broadband test environments
- Supporting Linux, Docker and virtualised platforms
- Investigating complex technical issues and identifying solutions
- Collaborating within Agile delivery teams
- Using Git, GitLab and Jira to support software delivery
- Contributing to ongoing platform and process improvements
- Docker
- Git
- GitLab
- Support
- JIRA
- Linux
- Network
- Python
More:
We are recruiting for a QA Automation Engineer to join a leading technology organisation delivering next-generation broadband and connectivity products. This is a 6-month role based in Ipswich, offering £350/day via Umbrella. You will work in a modern engineering environment focused on automation, connectivity and platform quality, helping ensure the quality of customer-facing products used at scale.
last updated 36 week of 2026