Senior Software Validation And Verification Engineer

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Software Validation and Verification Engineer to lead the development of robust testing environments for software and firmware. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Computer Science and proven experience with C, C++, C#, .NET, and LabVIEW. This role offers a competitive salary and unique benefits such as a 9-day fortnight and a profit-sharing scheme.

Benefits

9-day fortnight (every other Friday off)

Competitive salary

Profit-sharing scheme

Stakeholder pension

Death-in-service cover

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading software validation projects and full software lifecycle.
• Experience testing safety-critical functions and supporting electro-mechanical products.
• Ability to obtain SC security clearance, full UK driving licence, and valid passport.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and execute software/firmware validation tests.
• Create and maintain a structured V&V environment and process.
• Support troubleshooting and provide technical guidance internally and externally.

Skills

C

C++

C#

.NET

LabVIEW

Agile principles

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Tools

Visual Studio

Job description

Job Title: Senior Software Validation and Verification Engineer

Location: Sandwich, Kent

Contract: Permanent

Rate: Competitive

Our Client is seeking an experienced Senior Software Validation and Verification Engineer to lead the development of robust testing environments and processes for software and firmware validation. This role is critical to ensuring quality and compliance across new product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and execute software/firmware validation tests.
• Create and maintain a structured V&V environment and process.
• Participate in Agile team activities, including planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Support troubleshooting and provide technical guidance internally and externally.
• Maintain clear records and ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Contribute to audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience leading software validation projects and full software lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of C, C++, C#, .NET, and LabVIEW.
• Experience testing safety-critical functions and supporting electro‑mechanical products.
• Familiarity with Agile principles and structured design methodologies.
• Ability to obtain SC security clearance, full UK driving licence, and valid passport.

Desirable

• Knowledge of embedded software, cross-platform development (Android), and electronics.
• Experience with Visual Studio, LabVIEW, and Scrum methodologies.

Benefits

• 9‑day fortnight (every other Friday off).
• Competitive salary, profit‑sharing scheme, stakeholder pension, and death‑in‑service cover.
• Rewards and recognition programme and employee engagement initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer to shape software validation processes and contribute to innovative product development.