Senior Software Test Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Romsey; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer to join their Sampson Radar Software team. This role focuses on ensuring software functionality through rigorous testing and analysis, supporting defense solutions for the Royal Navy. The successful candidate will engage in both automated and manual testing, participate in the software lifecycle, and be part of a collaborative team, with opportunities for professional growth in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee discounts

Potential eligibility for an annual incentive

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• Significant experience with software lifecycle processes.
• Proficient in at least one high-level programming language.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute automated and manual tests for software validation.
• Engage in system integration testing on radar hardware.
• Contribute to Software Test Reports and Software Test Plans.

Skills

Software Testing

Automated Tests

Manual Tests

Data Analysis

Configuration Management

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Numerate disciplines

Tools

Configuration Management Tools

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Senior Software Test Engineer

Location: Cowes – Isle of Wight – Onsite only

Salary: Up to £60,000 (dependent on skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

• Participate in the production of automated and manual tests to ensure that the software functionality and behaviour meet the requirements.
• Engage in testing software builds from unit testing to system integration testing on radar hardware (including digits).
• Analyze data to determine that system requirements have been met.
• Assist in creating Software Functional Proving Builds using code and data components under configuration control.
• Support Verification & Validation activities for all identified functional builds.
• Use models to verify expected behaviour.
• Contribute to Software Test Reports (STRs) and Software Test Plans (STPs).
• Maintain and produce the Validation and Verification Configuration Item Record Index (VCRI) to demonstrate that software meets requirements.

Your skills and experiences:

• Hold a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Numerate disciplines, or be an experienced practitioner in software/hardware testing.
• Experience with all aspects of the software lifecycle and knowledge of lifecycle models (e.g., Waterfall, Agile).
• Significant experience with at least one high-level programming language.
• Understanding of configuration management and experience with configuration management tools.
• Experience with high-level design methodologies (e.g., UML).

Benefits:

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2Work, employee discounts, and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

The Sampson Radar Software team:

The team comprises 30 personnel supporting and upgrading radar software for the Royal Navy. This role involves delivering software products over the next decade, supporting existing products, and developing your skills with potential for advancement within a global business.

Our flexible working approach allows for adaptable hours depending on role and location, including flexible start and finish times to balance work and personal life.

Why BAE Systems?

Join us to make a difference in an inclusive culture that values integrity and merit. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially underrepresented groups including women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities. If you have a health condition affecting your performance, discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that some roles may be subject to security and export control restrictions based on your background, previous roles, and place of birth.

Closing Date: 4th June 2025

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Apply early to avoid missing out.

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