Software Test Engineer

£50,000 – £57,000

Location: United Kingdom (Bristol – Bristol) Type: Permanent

Software Test Engineer
Bristol - (up to 5 days per week on-site)
Up to £57,000, depending on experience

An exciting position awaits a skilled and adaptable Software Test Engineer (Verification/Validation) who is eager to ensure the integrity and reliability of complex defence software systems with Europe's #1 Integrated Defence Organisation.

This role offers the chance to join a high-performing team responsible for the verification and validation of advanced software solutions that serve as the foundation of weapon systems actively used by both the Royal Navy and the Army. This team plays a critical role in enhancing system performance, usability, and capability as these systems continue to evolve.

Key Responsibilities of the Software Test Engineer:

• Develop, execute, and maintain automated test suites to ensure subsystems meet strict performance standards.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to diagnose and address any test failures, building a holistic understanding of system functionality.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvements by introducing innovative tools, techniques, and approaches to software verification and testing.

Ideal Software Test Engineer Profile:

• Background or interest in complex software system verification, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Competence across the software development process, from requirement analysis to system integration.
• A desire to contribute fresh insights that enhance team efficiency and testing accuracy.

Eligibility and Security Clearance:

• Due to project security requirements, applicants must be British Citizens or hold dual UK nationality.
• Candidates will undergo the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check, managed by the company's Security Team, post-offer.

Benefits Overview

• Up to £57,000 (DOE)
• Annual Bonus: Up to £2,500
• Pension Plan: Generous contributions up to a 14% total.
• Flexible Benefits: Includes options for additional flexi leave, enhanced parental support, and paid overtime.

This is an ideal opportunity for a Software Test Engineer looking to make a tangible impact in a high-security environment, advancing skills within a forward-thinking team that values innovation and resilience in its products and processes. To hear more, get in touch with Connor Smyth at Anson McCade on 020 7780 6706.

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