Software Test Technician Fixed Term Contract 24 Months

Cogito; Weymouth; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full in-house training

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Health & wellbeing benefits

Pension & life assurance

Salary sacrifice benefits (gym/cycle)

Family-friendly policies with enhanced

Hybrid working

Job summary

Cogito is seeking a Software Test Technician for its Weymouth R&D HQ to support testing of printing solutions and related modules. The role focuses on analysing performance, ensuring hardware/software integration, and reporting defects with thorough test documentation.

We offer full in-house training, comprehensive wellbeing benefits, pension and life cover, and flexible hybrid working to help balance life and work. Ideal candidates have GCSEs in Maths/Science and a passion for software testing.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and Science.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• An appreciation for software and technology.
• Competency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of bug tracking/reporting tools.
• Any experience in software testing.
• Understanding of the Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC).
• Have a keen interest in software and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Analyse performance and functionality of printing applications.
• Testing integration of hardware and software implementations.
• Identify problems and report to appropriate teams via bug reports.
• Carry out necessary tests, collect and analysing results.
• Contribute to best practice methods of continuous improvement.
• Improve the quality of an operation or process.
• Be taught to read and understand functional design specifications and follow test procedures.
• Check the status of equipment, the work environment and facilities and taking appropriate actions before commencing work.

Skills

GCSEs Maths Science

Teamwork

Software & Tech Enthusiasm

MS Office Suite

Bug Tracking Tools

Software Testing Experience

STLC Knowledge

Software & Hardware Interest

Job description

The ASMPT team is looking to fill the above position immediately:

Join us where we’re enabling the digital world to realise the incredible potential, and we’ll support you to realise yours too.

Our technology powers EVERYTHING with a digital component: we produce innovative equipment that enables the world’s biggest names in electronics to bring their technology to market. We also enjoy a forward-thinking environment where continuous investment powers opportunities to work on exciting new projects on a global scale.

And while we have offices – and career opportunities - around the world, the real magic happens at our R&D HQ in Weymouth, where our people are quietly but confidently working to enable and evolve digitisation on a global scale.

They enjoy challenge and opportunity in equal measure, sharpen their skills and knowledge, be exposed to multiple disciplines, and experiment at the cutting edge. And they get to do it all where we put people first, are collaborative and friendly, and everyone enjoys living and working in a location that offers the best of city, country, and coast.

We think you’ll like it too.

The Role:

We are seeking a Software Test Technician to support development of applications of emerging technology by undertaking software testing and operation of printing solutions, factory line solutions, and their associated modules and configurable options.

You Will:

• Analyse performance and functionality of printing applications.
• Testing integration of hardware and software implementations.
• Identify problems and report to appropriate teams via bug reports.
• Carry out necessary tests, collect and analysing results.
• Contribute to best practice methods of continuous improvement.
• Improve the quality of an operation or process.
• Be taught to read and understand functional design specifications and follow test procedures.
• Check the status of equipment, the work environment and facilities and taking appropriate actions before commencing work
• Prepare communications, documents, and reports on technical matters.

About You:

We’re looking for enthusiastic and highly organised individual to join our team!

Do you have interest in Software Testing and looking to launch your career in Engineering.

You Will Have

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Mathsand Science
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An appreciation for software and technology
• Competency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of bug tracking / reporting tools
• Any experience in software testing
• Understanding of the Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC)
• Have a keen interest in software and hardware.

We Will Offer You:

We believe our people deserve to feel supported, valued and empowered, both inside and outside of work. That’s why we provide a comprehensive package of wellbeing, financial and lifestyle benefits, including:

• Full in-house training.
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support and counselling
• Access to health and wellbeing benefits, including a health cash plan, virtual GP, eye tests and more
• Financial peace of mind through life assurance, pension support and savings options.
• A wide range of salary sacrifice benefits, including a local gym membership, cycle scheme, will writing services and more
• Family-friendly policies with enhanced leave for parents.
• The flexibility of hybrid working to help balance life and work.
• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, so you can take the time you need to recharge.
• A welcoming culture with plenty of social events and groups to help you connect, relax and have fun with colleagues.