Test and Development Engineer

Test and Development Engineer

Full-Time 45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) Working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join a remote team to ensure top-tier software quality in motorsport technology.
  • Company: Pioneering motorsport tech provider transforming vehicle performance.
  • Benefits: Salary £45,000 - £55,000, fully remote work, flexible hours.
  • Other info: Work from anywhere, even ski resorts or the beach!
  • Why this job: Make an impact in cutting-edge engineering software for elite racing teams.
  • Qualifications: 2+ years in software testing, QA, or related fields; Python experience preferred.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.

We’re working with a pioneering motorsport technology provider that’s transforming how top-tier race teams unlock vehicle performance. Their advanced simulation tools are used at the highest levels of the sport — including Formula E, IndyCar, WEC, and Formula 1. They’re now looking for a Software Test Engineer / QA Engineer to join their fully remote team of elite engineers. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in assuring the quality, reliability, and accuracy of a cutting-edge engineering software platform.

The Role

Working closely with software engineers and customers, you will help ensure new features and releases meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and physical accuracy. Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test suites and validation frameworks
  • Owning integration and system testing activities within the software release process
  • Evaluating simulation and vehicle model behaviour against expected real-world performance
  • Investigating software issues and working with developers to improve product quality
  • Developing test harnesses and verification processes across Windows, Linux, and real-time software environments
  • Supporting automated testing of web applications, user interfaces, and APIs
  • Contributing to requirements reviews, release validation, and continuous improvement activities
  • Becoming a key technical interface between customers, engineers, and product teams

Skills & Experience

Applicants should have at least two years' professional experience in software testing, QA, software development, simulation, vehicle performance engineering, or a related discipline and experience in several of the following areas:

  • Python scripting and automation
  • Playwright
  • Software Testing / QA Engineering
  • API Testing and Validation
  • Source Control (Git or similar)
  • Automated Testing Frameworks
  • Integration and System Testing
  • Software Release and Validation Processes
  • Distributed Software Development Environments
  • Technical documentation and reporting

Desirable Experience

Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:

  • Vehicle dynamics, motorsport engineering, simulation, or physical modelling
  • Validation of engineering or scientific software
  • DevOps tooling and CI/CD environments
  • MATLAB / Simulink
  • TypeScript, Angular, MSTest, or similar testing technologies
  • Experience across multiple motorsport categories, including hybrid and electric vehicles

What’s on Offer

Salary range £45,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience level (appointment can be made from Engineer up to Lead level). Fully remote working and to hours that suit you (you really can work anywhere – some of the team base themselves from ski resorts, others from the beach).

Test and Development Engineer employer: Langham Recruitment

As a Senior Stock Controller at our Snetterton location, you will join a dynamic team in the automotive technology sector, where innovation and precision are at the forefront of our operations. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that values employee growth, offering training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression. With competitive salaries and a commitment to maintaining a supportive environment, we ensure that our employees feel valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully to our success.

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Contact Details:

Langham Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Test and Development Engineer

Python scripting
Automation
Software Testing
QA Engineering
API Testing
Validation
Source Control (Git or similar)