Software Test Engineer

SAAB; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Software Tester to join their diverse team in Farnborough. This role is crucial for ensuring software quality, where you'll collaborate closely with developers to enhance product standards. You'll be responsible for reviewing requirements, creating test scenarios, and executing tests to identify bugs. With a commitment to professional growth and a healthy work-life balance, this position offers a chance to thrive in a supportive environment that values diverse perspectives and contributions to societal safety.

Qualifications

• Experience with software development/testing is essential.
• Comfortable creating technical documentation and structured work.

Responsibilities

• Review software requirements and prepare test scenarios.
• Create and execute tests, analyze results, and report bugs.
• Participate in design reviews and improve testing efficiency.

Skills

Software Testing

Test Automation

Technical Documentation

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor in Computer Science

Master in Computer Science

Job description

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.

As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 22,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academia.

Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace.

The Role:

You will be part of Sensor Systems UK, working in the Farnborough office. We are a diverse group of professionals and our work culture and organisation values everybody's opinion - these differences set the conditions for our competitive advantage.

As a Software tester, you will be responsible for the quality of the software. You’ll sit closely with all the software developers, providing feedback and learning from each other how to achieve the best quality.

Role Requirements:

• Reviewing software requirements and prepare test scenarios
• Create and execute tests on the software
• Analyse test results and report back any errors or bugs
• Prepare and release test specifications and test protocols
• Communicate with surrounding teams
• Participate in design review and provide input to requirements, product design and improvements workshops
• Improve automation and efficiency with testing

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor or Master in computer science or similar
• Experience with software development/testing
• Interest in Software and Quality
• Working in a structured way and comfortable creating technical documentation

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.