Job Description

Posted 2 hours ago

Software Test Engineer

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: North London

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000

Employment Type: Permanent

Opportunity Overview

A leading technology and engineering company specialising in defence systems is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join its growing software engineering team. This position plays a key role in building, testing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions that support a range of mission-critical products and services.

This role would suit someone with a solid technical foundation, a collaborative approach, and a keen eye for detail who is looking to develop their skills within a complex engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

Build and test software to support core products and internal systems

Produce and maintain software build and test specifications

Work collaboratively across teams to improve the testability and quality of software

Liaise with internal stakeholders, customers, and technical partners on software-related matters

Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and practices

Undertake additional project or testing tasks as required by management

Essential Skills and Experience

Technical background with a strong understanding of the software engineering lifecycle, particularly test and integration

At least 1 year of practical experience testing software for PCs running Windows

Experience writing test plans, specifications, and reports

Knowledge of scripting or programming languages to assist with automated testing and builds

Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office

Desirable Skills

Experience in building software and software installers

Previous work in a technical or engineering organisation

Qualifications

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)

Personal Attributes

A proactive team player with strong attention to detail

Able to work independently while contributing to a wider technical team

Flexible, professional, and comfortable engaging with colleagues and clients at all levels

How to Apply

If you're interested in applying your technical and testing skills to innovative engineering projects, please submit your CV or contact Christian at TEC Partners for more information