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Software Test and Validation Engineer
Job summary
A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking a motivated Software Test and Validation Engineer to join their Product Development team. You will independently plan and execute testing programs for innovative software-controlled systems, ensuring their safety and reliability. Ideal candidates will possess mid-level experience with firmware and software testing, alongside strong C/C++ programming skills. This hybrid contract role offers an immediate opportunity with competitive compensation, making a significant impact on high-tech products.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Mid-level experience in product testing involving firmware and software.
- Hands-on experience writing test cases, executing tests, and producing detailed test reports.
- Experience with standard testing methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Independently plan and execute unit testing and system integration testing.
- Perform embedded software unit testing to verify functionality of components.
- Conduct software integration testing and suggest testing techniques.
Skills
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Software Test and Validation Engineer - London (Hybrid) - circa £45 per hour (Umbrella) - 12 month contract
We are seeking a motivated Software Test and Validation Engineer to join our client's Product Development team. In this role, you will help ensure our software‑controlled systems operate safely and reliably, working on cutting‑edge engineering products. You will develop and execute comprehensive test programmes, perform system‑level tests, and provide detailed feedback to support product improvements.
- Independently plan and execute unit testing and system integration testing.
- Perform embedded software unit testing to verify functionality, accuracy, and reliability of individual components.
- Conduct software integration testing, verifying interactions between software, hardware components, subsystems, and external interfaces. Suggest simulation or emulation techniques to improve system‑level testing.
- Recommend and implement automated testing frameworks and tools to optimise processes, improve productivity, and ensure consistent results.
- Support the software release process, ensuring builds are ready and software issues are effectively evaluated.
- Mid‑level experience in product testing involving firmware and software.
- Hands‑on experience writing test cases, executing tests, and producing detailed test reports.
- Proficiency in C/C++ programming and embedded systems.
- Experience with embedded testing tools and standard testing methodologies.
- Understanding of electronic / electrical systems (mechanical experience not required)
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills, able to collaborate with software, hardware, and validation teams.
- Able to take ownership of testing procedures and work closely with development engineers.
- Experience with system‑level testing and complex engineering products.
- Candidates currently in permanent roles are welcome, though contract applicants will also be considered.
- Be part of a collaborative and friendly team, where your contributions make a real impact.
- Work on innovative, high‑tech products that support critical systems globally.
- Opportunities to grow your skills in embedded software testing and validation.
To apply for this excellent opportunity, please submit your CV for review
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