Salary: Competitive Salary| Derby - Onsite | Contract - 6 months initially | Flexible Working Security Clearance:
Minimum SC clearance required and have it cleared already; DV highly desirable We're recruiting for a
Applcations Test Engineer
to join a growing and ambitious team at a pivotal stage in its journey. Want to be part of a business that is disrupting the national security market? Our client is a fast-growing
UK sovereign technology
company delivering innovative encryption and secure communications solutions to some of the country's most demanding customers. Combining deep technical expertise with an agile, customer-focused approach, they are challenging the status quo and proving that world-class capability can come from a dynamic and ambitious SME. What We're Looking For:
5+ years' commercial experience in software or applications testing.
Strong experience testing
Windows desktop applications , ideally within a .NET environment.
A solid understanding of
functional, system, regression and integration testing .
Experience writing and executing structured test cases and test procedures.
Strong skills in
defect investigation, troubleshooting and root cause analysis .
Experience testing
UI/UX, user workflows and application functionality .
Good networking knowledge across
TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, DHCP, DNS and VPNs .
Practical understanding of
SNMP and network device management .
Experience using
Wireshark
or similar packet-analysis tools.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation and test reports.
A methodical, analytical approach and excellent attention to detail.
The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with software developers and engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities: Create, review and maintain
test plans, test procedures and test cases
for Windows desktop applications.
Plan and execute
functional, system, regression and integration testing .
Test applications used to
configure, monitor and manage secure networking devices .
Validate software requirements and ensure
requirements traceability
throughout the development lifecycle.
Assess
UI, UX and end-to-end user workflows
to ensure applications are intuitive, reliable and fit for purpose.
Identify, reproduce, investigate and document
software defects and technical issues .
Perform
troubleshooting and root cause analysis , working closely with developers and engineers to resolve issues.
Validate communications between software applications and
network-connected hardware .
Test
SNMP functionality
and network device management features.
Analyse network traffic and communications using
Wireshark
and similar tools.
Record test results, observations and defects accurately and maintain clear technical documentation.
Support
software releases, acceptance testing and customer-facing validation activities .
Contribute to improving
testing processes, methodologies and quality standards .
Support the development of
automated testing
and contribute scripting or automation ideas where appropriate.
Work collaboratively with
software developers, systems engineers and product stakeholders
to ensure high-quality software delivery.
What's on offer: 25 days annual leave
Company pension
4x Death in service
EV car scheme
Benefit platform with high street discounts
If you have the experience we are looking for and you think you will succeed within this industry and role, apply today.
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Applications Test Engineer in Nottingham employer: Precept Recruit
Precept Recruit is an excellent employer that values innovation and security in the digital landscape. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to continuous training and development opportunities while enjoying a supportive work culture that promotes hybrid flexibility. Located in Derby, East Midlands, this role not only offers competitive salaries but also a chance to be part of a team that drives meaningful IT improvements.
