Senior Software Development Engineer in Test
Department: Engineering
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Edinburgh
Reporting To: Gautier Tanguy
Description
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer in Test to join our team at Build a Rocket Boy. This role involves collaborating closely with C++ engineers within the Unreal environment to develop robust testing frameworks and automation processes, and with other QA and automation teams across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving quality engineering across the team, as well as in our CI/CD pipelines, contributing to automating backend, web and game components. You will help foster our commitment to delivering high-quality gaming experiences by ensuring our products are reliable and scalable. While proficiency in C++ is desirable, it is not mandatory for this position.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and maintain automated testing frameworks and systems
* Collaborate with software engineering teams to integrate testing processes into CI/CD pipelines
* Work with backend and web development teams to automate and streamline platform operations
* Help engineering teams conduct load testing to ensure scalability and performance under stress
* Continuously improve testing strategies and tools to enhance development efficiency and product quality
Requirements
* Proven experience as a software engineer in test or similar role
* Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
* Experience with automated testing of web services, APIs, and backend systems
* Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices
* Knowledge of C++ and Unreal Engine is highly desirable
* Ability to work effectively in a team setting and collaborate with various technical teams
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Benefits
Our Global Benefits & Perks
* Unlimited coaching & therapy — with Oliva, to support your mental health
* Stock Options — everyone owns a piece of our success
* Pension scheme — up to 5% employer matched contribution to finance those golden years
* Socials —office & remote events, play sessions and company-wide parties
* And even more benefits based on your location!
If you’re based in the UK
* 25 Annual Leave + 3 bank holidays - we’re flexible with most bank holidays so you can use the time to celebrate what’s important to you
* Private Medical Insurance - full cover with AXA
* Healthcare Cash Plan - Level 3 cover with Medicash
* Cycle2Work Scheme - lease a bike through us and save on tax too!
* Electric Car Charging - electric car charging at our Port office in Edinburgh, Scotland.
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