Software Test Engineer

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 74,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist talent acquisition firm is seeking a Software Test Engineer for a 12-month contract in Luton. The role involves creating test cases and automated scripts for embedded systems, performing testing on mission-critical software, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates must have a strong testing background, proficiency in automation frameworks, and the ability to obtain UK security clearance. This role offers competitive pay of up to £74 per hour inside IR35.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UKSV Security clearance.
• Experience working towards RTCA-DO178C is desirable.
• Defence or Electronic Warfare domain experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create test cases, test procedures and automated test scripts for embedded systems.
• Perform integration, system, and regression testing on mission-critical software.
• Collaborate with developers to identify defects and drive resolution.
• Analyse test results and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company standards.

Skills

ISTQB Foundation level knowledge

Strong background in testing complex real-time embedded systems

Proficiency in test automation frameworks and scripting languages (e.g., Python, C++)

Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Job description

Software Test Engineer

Luton

12-Month Contract

Paying up to £74p/h (InsideIR35)

Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UKSV Security clearance - please only apply if suitable

Key Responsibilities:

• Create test cases, test procedures and automated test scripts for embedded systems.
• Perform integration, system, and regression testing on mission-critical software.
• Collaborate with developers and systems engineers to identify defects and drive resolution.
• Analyse test results, produce detailed reports, and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and internal processes.

Required Skillset & Experience

• ISTQB Foundation level knowledge
• Strong background in testing complex real-time embedded systems.
• Proficiency in test automation frameworks and scripting languages (e.g., Python, C++, or similar).
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Defence or Electronic Warfare domain experience - Desirable
• Experience working towards RTCA-DO178C - Desirable
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Disclaimer

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.