Software Test Engineer

Octagon Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Software Test Engineer to work in Enfield, London. You'll be involved in building and testing software for advanced radar and naval systems. The role requires a minimum of 1 year of software testing experience, knowledge of Windows-based software, and a degree in engineering or equivalent. This position offers hands-on involvement and collaboration across the full software engineering lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of practical software testing experience.
• Familiarity with Windows-based PC software.
• Understanding of the software engineering lifecycle, especially testing and integration.

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain test specifications.
• Automate test and build processes.
• Ensure high-quality software delivery.

Skills

Software testing

Windows-based software

Automation scripting

Education

Degree in engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

New Software Test Engineer role available in Enfield, London

A new position is available for a Software Test Engineer in Enfield, London, where you will be involved in building and testing software that supports advanced radar and naval systems. This role offers hands‑on technical involvement and the chance to work across the full software engineering lifecycle.

As a Software Test Engineer in Enfield, London, you will be responsible for writing and maintaining test specifications, automating test and build processes, and ensuring high‑quality software delivery. You’ll also collaborate with other engineers and occasionally visit customer sites, including ship‑based environments in the UK and abroad.

This Software Test Engineer role in Enfield, London suits someone with experience in PC‑based software testing and a solid understanding of Windows environments. If you have experience writing test plans, reports, and possibly building installers, you’ll fit right in.

Key skills and experience required for the Software Test Engineer role available in Enfield, London:

• Minimum 1 year of practical software testing experience
• Familiarity with Windows‑based PC software
• Understanding of the software engineering lifecycle, especially testing and integration
• Scripting or programming knowledge to support automation
• Degree in an engineering subject with software content or equivalent experience

Apply now to find out more and take the next step in your engineering journey.