Graduate Test Engineer

GRAYCE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-recognized qualifications

Coaching and mentoring

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading change management firm in the UK is looking for a Graduate Test Engineer to ensure the quality and reliability of critical software systems. This role involves supporting test planning and execution while collaborating with engineers and analysts. Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills and attention to detail. They will gain hands-on experience and receive continuous coaching throughout the programme. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop in a structured environment with access to industry-recognized qualifications.

Qualifications

• An interest in functional and non-functional testing.
• Experience with defect analysis and quality assurance practices.
• Familiarity with BDD approaches and tools.
• Programming fundamentals in Java, Python or similar
• Agile delivery tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Performance testing concepts

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality and reliability of software systems.
• Support test planning, execution, and analysis.
• Collaborate with software engineers and business analysts.
• Investigate defects and collaborate with engineers to align on expected behavior.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Quality assurance

BDD (Cucumber)

Java/Python basics

Jira/Confluence

Performance testing

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Cucumber

Job description

• Right to work in the UK unsponsored for the duration of the programme
• Ability to work on site, five days per week
• This role requires a high level of security clearance. We therefore require applicants to have been based in the UK for the last five years as a minimum.

Grayce is not on the UK Border Agency's Sponsor Register and is unable to sponsor work visas.

Why Grayce?

Grayce specialises in delivering change and transformation for some of the UK’s most ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we have partnered with FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies to deploy high performing early career talent across major programmes of work.

Our Accelerated Development Programme offers a structured, fast track route into industry. You will gain hands on experience with leading organisations while developing professional skills, earning industry recognised qualifications, and receiving dedicated coaching and mentoring throughout your journey.

This role sits within the Grayce Technology Pathway and forms part of our wider Technology Graduate intake.

As a Graduate Test Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability and performance of critical software systems that support high‑profile public‑sector services. Working within a structured, secure environment, you will support test planning, test execution and analysis across both functional and non‑functional aspects of complex applications.

You will contribute to risk‑based test planning, support the creation and refinement of test scripts, investigate defects, and collaborate closely with software engineers to ensure common understanding of expected system behaviour. You will also work with business analysts to confirm that key business scenarios are accurately captured within acceptance criteria.

This role provides exposure to modern testing practices used by major global technology consultancies - giving you insight into engineering excellence, enterprise‑scale delivery and quality assurance in highly regulated environments. It is well‑suited to individuals who demonstrate strong analytical thinking, attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem‑solving.

What Makes a Great Grayce Analyst

Academic Background

Technical Skills (advantageous)

• An interest in building capability in areas such as:
• Functional and non-functional testing
• Defect analysis and quality assurance practices
• BDD approaches and tools such as Cucumber
• Programming fundamentals in Java, Python or similar
• Agile delivery tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Performance testing concepts

Professional Skills

Strong communication, structured thinking, stakeholder engagement, organisation and a commitment to continuous learning.

Why Work for Us?

Hands on experience working full time onsite with leading organisations, supported by accredited training and industry aligned development.

Delivery

You will typically work with one client during your time at Grayce, delivering high quality outcomes in a structured, professional environment.

Dedicated coaching and support throughout your placement and development journey.

Progression

Completion of a minimum of six industry recognised accreditations, with clear pathways for progression and salary growth.

24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential financial, legal, health and wellbeing support.