Test and Integration Engineer - ESN

Location – Bristol (frequent travel across the UK will be required)

Why this job matters

This role supports the successful integration of new systems, products, services, and validation campaigns to assure the quality of the deliveries on behalf of BT/EE for the Emergency Services Network (ESN) and its customers, through technical and commercial launch.

The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a major strategic priority for BT and our commitment to do the best for our customers and our country.  ESN will be the most advanced Emergency Services Network in the world – BT/EE will be helping Britain to be a world leader in mobile. Growing coverage, enhancing reliability and increasing resilience will be the most important elements of building this vital communications network, which the Emergency Services will rely on to save lives and protect us all. The ESN will replace the existing Airwave network and will be built on the existing 4G/5G network and will provide essential voice, data and video services as well as critical communication capability to 385,000 of Britain's Emergency Services Users (Fire and rescue, Police and Ambulance). Our consumer and business customers will benefit from expanded 4G/5G coverage and enhanced network reliability and resilience. The Senior Test Engineer will have strong detailed technical skills, experience in and knowledge of end to end integration testing in both Reference as well as Production environments. Being able to demonstrate  knowledge preferably across multiple domains such a RAN, Cloud core, IMS and or applications. The role is part of a growing team of on-shore senior test engineers.

The Senior Test Engineer will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the EE/BT Programme Test strategy, Testplans and Test case documentation as well as be accountable for test execution, and responsible for progressing tes case automation, trouble shooting and reporting. Our purpose is to use the power of communication to Connect people for good. Act as an advocate for Quality Assurance and Integration, engaging other functions within Technology and across functions, in order to communicate test principles, aims and process. Share success and ensure the value added is understood by technical and non-technical stakeholders.

You will be required to undergo National Security Vetting to SC or NPPV level.

What you’ll be doing

• Design Test Cases and Support Creation of test plans, embedding automation throughout.
• Champion Quality Assurance and Integration across BT Technology.
• Execute end-to-end testing and integration, ensuring alignment with standard such as TMMi and ISTQB standards as required.
• Report test results and test issues following established defect management processes, adhere to agreed ways of working and governance always striving to achieve the highest quality output.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and suppliers and where relevant Home Office teams and emergency services users.
• Support and execute integration testing, Support User acceptance and Operational Acceptance testing  as well as relevant Non-functioanl testing such as performance and fail over testing through to live validation.
• Support the successful resolution of testing-related issues.
• Provide analysis to support informed decision-making with customer experience in mind.

What we would like to see on your CV

• Hands-on experience executing testing on core network or radio network, with 4G testing experience

• Experience with Nokia and Ericsson RAN vendors

• Understanding of test methodologies and practices (ISTQB)

• Proven experience deriving test cases from requirements and executing them

• Experience analysing test results and test automation experience (automating test cases and running in automated frameworks)

• Must have Excel, NetScout, Jira and Open-source automation tooling knowledge and experience.

The skills you’ll need

Test Planning

Test Management

Decision Making

Benefits

At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.

•    10% on target annual bonus 
•    BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
•    X4 Salary Life Assurance
•    Huge range of flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, Healthcare, Season Ticket Loan, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice
•    25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
•    From January 2025, equal family leave:  receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
•    Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
•    24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
•    2 weeks paid carer’s leave 
•    World-class training and development opportunities
•    Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
•    Discounted broadband, mobile and TV package
•    Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

Flexible Working
This role offers a 3 together, 2 wherever working model. This means you are required to be at your contractual location 3 days a week with 2 flexible days per week. 

With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.

We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.

We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.

As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

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