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Lead Software Developer in Test @ Elekta

Fleming Way Roundabout, OxfordOnsiteFull-time
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Salary: £40,000 - 70,000 per year

Requirements: Significant experience as a Software Developer in Test, SDET, or Test Automation Engineer, including designing and owning automation frameworksStrong experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and implementing modern DevSecOps practicesProven ability to define and drive quality engineering strategies in a regulated or safety-critical environmentHands-on experience with Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Cypress, Selenium, or similar automation technologiesStrong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence teams and promote a shift-left testing cultureExperience troubleshooting complex software quality challenges and driving continuous improvement initiativesFamiliarity with Agile development methodologies and a passion for delivering high-quality, maintainable software Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and evolution of automated test frameworks for complex, safety-critical softwareDefine and implement test automation strategies that support high-quality software deliveryIntegrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to improve efficiency, reliability, and release confidenceServe as the technical authority for test architecture, tooling, and quality engineering best practicesCollaborate with development teams, Product Owners, and architects to build scalable and testable solutionsMentor and support SDETs, test engineers, and other team members, fostering a quality-first mindsetDrive continuous improvement through the adoption of new testing technologies, tools, and practicesSupport the investigation and resolution of complex software quality issues and contribute to long-term quality roadmaps Technologies: CI/CDCypressDevSecOpsSupportJavaScriptPythonSeleniumTypeScript More:

We develop precision radiation medicine and solutions that help healthcare providers bring advanced radiotherapy into routine clinical practice. Our adaptive radiotherapy, precision treatment delivery, and integrated workflows support consistent, efficient, and personalized care. More than 2 million patients across over 130 countries are treated using our solutions each year. We are headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and have more than 4,000 employees and offices in over 40 countries. We are seeking a Lead Software Developer in Test to help shape quality engineering for our radiation therapy treatment systems, working with software engineers, testers, Product Owners, and architects in a safety-critical medical device environment. We offer up to 25 paid vacation days plus bank holidays, a holiday purchase scheme, private medical insurance, an employer pension contribution package, a cycle-to-work scheme, life assurance, an onsite subsidized restaurant, and an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme. The role is based at our Crawley headquarters, with four days onsite and one day working from home. This is a full-time position. We are an equal opportunity employer and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

last updated 40 week of 2026

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