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Test Engineer, Permanent
Location: Glasgow with hybrid working
Build technology that protects people when it matters most - Delighted to partner with Digital Barriers to support them exclusively on a Test Engineer position.
At Digital Barriers, we develop advanced edge-based video surveillance and AI analytics that provide real-time intelligence in some of the world's most demanding environments. Our technology is trusted by government agencies, law enforcement, and critical national infrastructure organisations where performance, reliability, and security are critical. We solve complex engineering challenges that have real operational impact.
We are looking for a talented Test Engineer who enjoys improving software quality, solving technical challenges, and working closely with highly skilled engineering teams. If you are passionate about both manual and automated testing and want to contribute to products that genuinely make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
The Opportunity
You will become part of a collaborative Agile engineering team responsible for delivering high-quality software across a diverse product portfolio including web applications, mobile applications, REST APIs, and appliance-based video solutions. This role offers an excellent opportunity to expand your automation skills while helping shape testing standards, processes, and quality across the engineering function.
What You Will Be Doing
- Design, execute, and maintain manual test cases for new functionality and regression testing
- Develop and maintain automated tests using Playwright or be keen to learn and develop your automation capability
- Test web applications, mobile applications, REST APIs, and video-based products
- Identify opportunities to improve test automation and overall test coverage
- Investigate, reproduce, and document software defects
- Work closely with Software Engineers, Product Owners, and fellow Test Engineers throughout the development lifecycle
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, reviews, and retrospectives
- Contribute to continuous improvements in testing practices and quality assurance processes
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What We Are Looking For
You will have experience in manual and automated software testing together with a solid understanding of software testing principles and Agile development. You should be someone who enjoys learning, takes ownership of your work, and is motivated by delivering high-quality software. Ideally, you will also have experience of:
- Testing web, mobile, and API-based applications
- Automated testing frameworks such as Playwright
- JavaScript or TypeScript
- Jira, Confluence, and Git
- Testing embedded devices or hardware appliances
- Linux environments
- Networking fundamentals including HTTP, TCP/IP, and DNS
- CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
- Docker or containerised environments
- Video streaming, media applications, or real-time communications
Don't worry if you don't tick every box. We value enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to learn just as much as existing technical knowledge.
What Makes You Successful
You are someone who:
- Takes pride in producing high-quality work
- Enjoys solving problems and finding better ways of working
- Works well both independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues
- Has excellent attention to detail
- Is adaptable and enjoys learning new technologies
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Why Join Digital Barriers?
This is an opportunity to work on technology that genuinely matters. You will be joining a collaborative engineering team where quality is valued, ideas are welcomed, and continuous improvement is part of everyday working life. In return you will benefit from:
- Challenging technical projects with real-world impact
- Exposure to web, mobile, video, and appliance-based technologies
- The opportunity to further develop your automation and technical testing skills
- A supportive Agile engineering culture
- Ongoing learning and career development
- Hybrid working and a flexible approach to collaboration
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are looking for a role where your testing expertise will directly influence the quality of products used around the world in mission-critical environments, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.
Digital Barriers is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to support you.
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