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# Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** Morson Group
- **Location:** Dorchester, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), JavaFX, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, NetBeans, Systems Development Life Cycle, Regression Testing, Requirements Management, Software Engineering, DOORS (Software), Information Technology
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.morson.com/jobs/40358/apply

## About the Role

This opportunity would suit an experienced Software Test Engineer who enjoys working in a highly technical environment and wants exposure to complex defence,maritime and safety-critical systems., * A degree or equivalent qualification in **Software Engineering,Computer Science or a related discipline**

 * Proven experience supporting or leading **software testing activities**
 * Strong understanding of software testing within the **software development lifecycle (SDLC)**
 * Experience planning and delivering **manual and regression testing**
 * Knowledge of software engineering lifecycle processes and associated tools
 * Experience working with requirements and translating them into effective test solutions
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
 * Excellent attention to detail
 * Good technical documentation and report-writing skills
 * Ability to communicate effectively with technical specialists and non-technical stakeholders

Technical Skills
Experience in one or more of the following would be particularly beneficial:

 * Java / JavaFX / NetBeans
 * C++ / Visual Studio
 * Python
 * Automated software testing
 * Unit testing - JUnit / CppUnit
 * Requirements management - ideally IBM DOORS

## Description

We are looking for a **Software Test Engineer** to join a highly skilled engineering team working on complex,high-integrity software and systems within the defence and maritime sector.

The role will focus on the **delivery of software test activities throughout the software development lifecycle**,including test planning,test management,execution,verification and reporting.

You will work closely with software,systems and integration engineers to develop logical,robust test solutions for technically challenging systems., As a Software Test Engineer,your responsibilities will include:

 * Planning,managing and delivering software test activities throughout the software development lifecycle
 * Developing robust manual,automated and regression testing solutions
 * Producing test plans,test specifications,procedures and supporting documentation
 * Performing software verification and validation activities
 * Supporting software and systems integration testing
 * Ensuring appropriate traceability between requirements,testing and results
 * Identifying,investigating and documenting software defects
 * Working collaboratively with software,systems,hardware and integration engineering teams
 * Supporting the testing of high-integrity and safety-related software
 * Producing clear technical reports and communicating results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
 * Contributing to the continuous improvement of software testing processes and methodologies


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