Software Test Engineer

Tec Partners; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join their collaborative QA team. This role involves working across the full testing lifecycle, writing and maintaining Python-based automated tests, and enhancing the existing test framework. The ideal candidate will have experience in automated testing and Agile practices, and the position offers a hybrid work model. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a globally recognized tech brand.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automated software testing using Python.
• Solid understanding of Agile development practices.
• Strong source control and bug reporting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication abilities.
• Experience working effectively in a hybrid or remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Work across the full testing lifecycle - from feature inception through to release.
• Write and maintain Python-based automated tests.
• Enhance the existing test framework.
• Collaborate with developers to deliver high-quality, reliable software.
• Improve testing processes across the business.

Skills

Automated software testing using Python

Agile development practices

Source control skills

Bug reporting skills

Attention to detail

Communication abilities

Hybrid/remote work

Tools

Selenium

Jenkins

Atlassian tools

Job description

Overview

Role: Software Test Engineer

Location: Hybrid (Cambridge / London)

Salary: Up to 50,000

We're working with an established technology business who have been at the forefront of remote access and connectivity solutions for over two decades. Their software is trusted by millions of users globally - from leading names in technology and engineering through to organisations operating in healthcare, media, and industry.

As part of their continued growth and investment in engineering excellence, our client is looking for a Software Test Engineer with strong automation skills to join their collaborative QA team. This role offers the chance to work across the full testing lifecycle - from feature inception through to release - ensuring the delivery of high-quality, reliable software used worldwide.

You'll work closely with developers, write and maintain Python-based automated tests, enhance the existing test framework, and play a key role in improving testing processes across the business. The culture is supportive, forward-thinking, and built on continuous learning and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Work across the full testing lifecycle - from feature inception through to release
• Write and maintain Python-based automated tests
• Enhance the existing test framework
• Collaborate with developers to deliver high-quality, reliable software
• Improve testing processes across the business

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automated software testing using Python
• Solid understanding of Agile development practices
• Strong source control and bug reporting skills
• Excellent attention to detail and communication abilities
• Experience working effectively in a hybrid or remote environment

Desirable experience

Desirable experience: DevOps, performance or security testing, Selenium/web technologies, Jenkins/Groovy, Atlassian tools, or ISTQB certification.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised tech brand that values innovation, collaboration, and quality. Please reach out to Fintan at TEC Partners for more details!