Sr. Software Test Engineer

Location: Singapore, Singapore

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we're driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

In Singapore, Thales has been a trusted partner since 1973, originally focused on aerospace activities in the Asia-Pacific region. With 2,000 employees across three local sites, we deliver cutting-edge solutions across aerospace (including air traffic management), defence and security, and digital identity and cybersecurity sectors. Together, we're shaping the future by enabling customers to make pivotal decisions that safeguard communities and power progress.

ROLE DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Sr. 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 Lead 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. He or she shall have to manage/lead a small team of engineers in the project.

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Sr. Software Test Engineer, you are accountable for:

• 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 Project Engineering Managers 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
• Manage a small team of engineers

KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 8 years related experience and/or training in Verification/Validation experience in large integrated 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 (DOORS or Polarion)
• Project Management and communication skills
• Creativity in detecting and provoking possible problems
• Expertise in common test practices (Functional tests, user scenario tests, automation)
• Previous experience writing test cases
• Comfortable with handling and performing basic troubleshooting on IT software & hardware

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Minimum eight (8) years of comprehensive experience in an software engineering integration, verification or validation
• Manages a small team to aligns engineering efforts with V&V goals. Review the output of engineers, organizes the team to ensure that software fixes are delivered in a timely manner
• Experience shall include in leading the delivery of complex, large-scale government projects
• 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

At Thales, we're committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you'll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.

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