Graduate Test Software Engineer (Hybrid) – Edinburgh

Leonardo; Newcastle; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to recharge: up to 12 flexi-days/

Pension up to 15% employer contrib

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Private healthcare

Mental health support

bonus scheme

Inclusive, diverse workplace

Job summary

Leonardo is launching an 18-month Graduate Programme in the UK. It offers a starting salary of £34,000 per annum plus a £1,000 welcome bonus, with an exit bonus of £1,000 on completion and potential Temporary Accommodation Allowance based on criteria.

The role emphasizes hands‑on software for test solutions and integration with hardware and firmware teams. The programme blends on‑site work with structured training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree or higher (MSc/PhD).
• Disciplines include Security, Computer Communication & Networks, Cyber Security.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for test solutions across a varied product portfolio.
• Explore all stages of the development lifecycle from requirements to delivery.
• Build experience by working on real development and production test solutions.
• Develop capability through on‑the‑job learning and formal training.

Skills

Software development

Test automation

Lifecycle knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in relevant field

Discipline: Security, Networks, Cyber Security

Tools

N/A

Job description

Leonardo is launching an 18-month Graduate Programme in the UK. It offers a starting salary of £34,000 per annum plus a £1,000 welcome bonus, with an exit bonus of £1,000 on completion and potential Temporary Accommodation Allowance based on criteria.

The role emphasizes hands‑on software for test solutions and integration with hardware and firmware teams. The programme blends on‑site work with structured training.