Senior Test Engineer - Defence

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global IT MSP seeks a Senior Test Specialist in Portsmouth. This role is ideal for experienced professionals eager to lead innovation in testing for national defence projects while benefiting from excellent career progression and skill development opportunities. With a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative environment, this position offers a unique prospect for growth and expertise in the field.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Enhanced pension

Flexi leave scheme

First-class career progression opportunities

Leading skill development programs

Certification support

Company bonus

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Software Development and Testing Lifecycles.
• Hands-on experience with Agile, V-Model, and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience in testing infrastructure and applications.

Responsibilities

• Key player in delivering high-quality solutions and driving innovation.
• Mentor emerging talent within the team.
• Work on cutting-edge national defence projects.

Skills

Software Development Lifecycle

Testing Lifecycles

Agile Methodologies

V-Model

Waterfall Methodologies

Test Data Identification

Script Creation

Test Execution

SOAP UI

XML

Jenkins

JIRA

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Client:

Anson McCade

Location:

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Excellent opportunity for experienced Test Engineers to join a leading and global IT MSP, a gold level partner with U.K. defence. As a Senior Test Specialist, you will be a key player in delivering high-quality solutions, driving innovation in testing approaches, and mentoring emerging talent within the team. This role offers a great chance for someone who thrives in collaborative environments and is eager to develop their leadership and technical skills while working on cutting-edge national defence projects.

On offer:

• Benefits package including healthcare, enhanced pension, flexi leave scheme, and more
• First-class career progression opportunities
• Leading skill development programs, including certification support
• Company bonus

What do I need?

• Strong understanding of the Software Development and Testing Lifecycles
• Hands-on experience with Agile, V-Model, and Waterfall methodologies
• Experience in testing infrastructure and applications
• Skilled in test data identification, script creation, and test execution
• Familiarity with tools like SOAP UI, XML, Jenkins, and JIRA
• Willingness and eligibility to undergo security clearance checks due to project requirements