Software Test Engineer- Python or c++

About Akkodis

Akkodis, is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market that is leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation. With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, EMEA and APAC. Akkodis offers broad industry experience, and strong know-how in key technology sectors such as mobility, software & technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, data security, AI & data analytics. Akkodis is part of the Adecco Group. Akkodis is a commercial brand under which both AKKA and Modis entities operate.

The IVVQ Engineer is responsible for planning, participating and supervising the efficient integration, verification and validation (IVV) execution defense and supporting systems. He/she assures that the appropriate means and practices are applied to guarantee the adherence to defined requirements and quality standards with minimal wasted effort or inefficiencies. IVVQ Engineer is responsible for the Test plan and reports, assuring that the scope of the IVV activities fully covers all aspects of the system under test, while taking all previous verification activities on comparable systems into account to optimize the test effort.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Responsible for the Planning and Execution of IVV activities

·       Decides on the appropriate test strategy, modules and practices

·       Create and conduct the System Test plan and report

·       Works closely with IVVQ Manager and Project Engineers to agree on testing durations and project risks

·       Efficiently manages test resources (staff, software & hardware)

·       Manages Defects / Engineering Changes for the customer

·       Contributes to the estimation, planning and execution of IVV activities

·       Be able to coordinate activities with a global team

·       Participate in Bid activities providing scope and costing

·       Able to travel to Europe once in 2 months for a period of 2 weeks per trip

 Required Skills and Experience:

·       Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 5 years’ experience,

·       Minimum of 5 years related experience and/or training in Verification/Validation experience in large integrated systems

·       Previous knowledge of Unix /Linux/ Android systems

·       Expertise in defect reporting, characterization, and management workflows - Use of common defect management and tools

·       Ability to read and interpret requirement documentation - Use of common requirements management and tools

·       Creativity in detecting and provoking possible problems

·       Expertise in common test practices (Functional tests, user scenario tests, automation)

·       Previous experience writing and reviewing test cases

·       Comfortable with handling and performing troubleshooting on IT software & hardware

Preferred Skills and Experience:

·       Minimum five (5) years of comprehensive experience in an software engineering integration, verification or validation team

·       Experienced in the integration of software systems, able to coordinate activities internal and external to the system

·       Collaborate with clients, software developers, and other stakeholders to identify system requirements and ensure that our software products meet those requirements

·       Working experience with open-source configuration management and deployment tools such as Puppet or Chef, Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux scripting.

·       Understanding of software development methods and electrical/mechanical design

·       User Interfaces, Networking, wireless, and/or communication systems test experience, software APIs

·       Be versatile to be able to handle job scopes such as supporting bids and Work Package Management