Graduate Software Test Engineer

George Blake
Reading, UK
23 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Compensation
£30,000.0 - £35,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Testing (Software) Java (Programming Language) JavaScript (Programming Language) Agile Methodology Automation of Tests C Sharp (Programming Language) Revision Control Systems Python (Programming Language) Scaled Agile Framework Software Engineering System Testing Test Scripts
+3 more
Git Information Technology Hardware Infrastructure

Job description

As a Graduate Test Engineer, you’ll be responsible for supporting the testing and validation of products to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality, performance and reliability. You’ll work closely with Software Engineers, Design Engineers and Project Teams throughout the product development lifecycle., * Assist with the planning, execution and documentation of test activities.

  • Perform functional, regression, integration and system testing.
  • Identify, record and report defects, working with development teams to resolve issues.
  • Create and maintain test plans, test cases and test reports.
  • Support the development of automated testing where appropriate.
  • Verify that products meet customer requirements and engineering specifications.
  • Analyse test results and provide clear feedback to the engineering team.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the testing function.
  • Work within an Agile engineering environment, participating in team meetings and project reviews.

Requirements

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate looking to launch their career in testing and quality assurance. Working alongside experienced engineers, you’ll gain hands-on experience testing software and hardware solutions while developing your technical skills in a supportive environment., * A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering or a related STEM discipline.

  • A genuine interest in software or product testing and quality assurance.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • The ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Desirable Skills

  • Experience gained through university projects, internships or placements.
  • Exposure to software testing tools or automation frameworks.
  • Basic programming knowledge in languages such as Python, C#, Java or JavaScript.
  • Familiarity with version control tools such as Git.
  • An understanding of the software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.
  • Knowledge of hardware or embedded systems testing would be advantageous., If you’re a recent graduate with a passion for testing, technology and delivering high-quality products, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you’ll receive the training and support needed to build a rewarding career. Apply today for a confidential discussion.

Benefits & conditions

Salary: 35,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits, My client offers an excellent graduate development programme designed to help you build a successful engineering career., * Competitive graduate salary.

  • Structured training and mentoring.
  • Career progression opportunities.
  • Hybrid and flexible working.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Private healthcare.
  • Generous annual leave.
  • Exposure to exciting technologies and real-world engineering projects.

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