At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team to validate cutting-edge tech through manual and automated testing.
- Company: Innovative engineering business focused on advanced technology solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, structured training, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in software testing with real-world impact and support.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant field and understanding of software testing principles.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Junior Software Test Engineer to join an innovative engineering business developing advanced technology solutions for global customers. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate or early-career engineer looking to build a career in software testing and system validation within a highly collaborative engineering environment.
Working alongside experienced Software, Hardware and Firmware Engineers, you will play a key role in validating cutting-edge products through both manual and automated testing, helping to ensure systems perform reliably in both laboratory and real-world environments. This role would suit someone with a passion for software quality, problem-solving and continuous learning who is keen to develop their technical skills within a supportive engineering team.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts.
- Execute manual and automated software and system validation activities.
- Analyse system requirements and create comprehensive test plans and test cases.
- Investigate, document and help resolve software and system issues.
- Work closely with Software, Hardware and Firmware Engineers throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Support integration and validation testing of complex engineering systems.
- Participate in field trials and evaluate system performance in operational environments.
- Produce clear and accurate test documentation and validation reports.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and automation capabilities.
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or another relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
- Understanding of software testing principles and system validation.
- Knowledge of one or more programming languages such as C#, C++, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
- Enthusiastic attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
- Experience developing automated test scripts or test frameworks.
- Knowledge of software validation methodologies.
- Exposure to embedded systems or hardware/software integration testing.
- Familiarity with version control tools such as Git.
- Understanding of Agile development methodologies.
- Experience using defect tracking or test management tools.
- Flexibility and willingness to travel occasionally for customer-site support or field trials.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Permanent, full-time employment.
- Structured training and mentoring from experienced engineers.
- Opportunity to work on innovative, cutting-edge engineering projects.
- Career progression within a growing engineering business.
- Collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Ongoing professional development and technical training.
This company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Interested? Please submit your CV to Maria Vasileva at DCS Engineering via the link provided. Alternatively, email.
Junior Software Test Engineer in Yateley employer: DCS Recruitment
Join a forward-thinking engineering business in Hampshire, where innovation meets collaboration. As a Junior Software Test Engineer, you'll benefit from a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, alongside structured training and mentorship from seasoned professionals. This supportive environment not only fosters your technical growth but also offers exciting opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact globally.
