Software Quality Assurance Engineer
NucleraCambridge, England, United Kingdom • Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Posted March 17, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Nuclera, founded in 2013 by Cambridge PhD students, offers a cloud-based eProtein Discovery™ platform that eliminates uncertainty in protein science. By integrating cell-free expression, digital microfluidics, and advanced screening analytics, the company enables researchers to produce, screen, and optimize proteins—including difficult membrane targets—within days, all in-house. Its focus on high-throughput, multiplex protein screening accelerates discovery for life-science labs worldwide. With offices in Cambridge and Boston and a team of over 100, Nuclera is positioned to make routine protein access a reality for every research facility.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Mid-level Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer to work with our Senior SDET to define and drive our testing strategy and ensure the highest standards of software quality for our groundbreaking eProtein Discovery platform.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience testing web applications and APIs through a combination of manual and automated methodologies
- Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles in TypeScript, with experience applying these principles to frameworks like Playwright
- Experience using a test case management system such as TestRail
- Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaboration in Git-based workflows
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI) and integrating automated tests into development workflows
- Solid understanding of Linux environments and command-line tools (e.g., bash, ssh, package managers)
- Proven track record of working in Agile/Scrum development teams, including close collaboration with product and engineering teams
- Excellent communication and documentation skills, including the ability to write clear bug reports and actionable test evidence
Benefits
- Company bonus scheme of 5%
- Share option incentive scheme
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance and cash plan
- 25 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Enhanced employer's pension contributions
- Enhanced maternity and paternity Leave
- Investment in professional development and learning
- Fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks in the office
- Organised summer events for staff
