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# Test Engineer

- **Company:** Hamiltonian Dynamics
- **Location:** Manchester, UK
- **Salary:** £40,000.0 - £85,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Elasticsearch, Python (Programming Language), Neo4j, TypeScript, Web Testing, Scripting, Mern, ReactJS, Cypress (Programming Language), Vue.js, SC Clearance, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Cucumber (Software), Docker
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/test-engineer-hamiltonian-dynamics-8365866

## About the Role

Experience in one or more of the following, with a willingness to learn:

 * Programming or scripting in Java, Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript
 * Testing web applications built with Angular, React, or Vue
 * Automated testing tools such as Robot Framework, Cypress, or Cucumber
 * Experience creating or extending test frameworks
 * Exploratory and risk-based testing techniques
 * Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure)
 * Exposure to modern stacks such as MERN, Elasticsearch, or Neo4J

Security & Location Requirements

 * UK citizen with at least 10 years UK residency
 * Must already hold high-level UK security clearance
 * Willing to travel to customer sites in Manchester

## Description

As a Test Engineer at Hamiltonian Dynamics, you will play a key role in ensuring our software meets high standards of quality and reliability. You'll work closely with software and platform engineers throughout the development lifecycle, shaping testing approaches and embedding quality into delivery.

We welcome candidates with varied backgrounds and levels of experience - strong testing fundamentals, curiosity, and a pragmatic mindset matter more than familiarity with every tool.

What You'll Do

Design and execute manual and automated tests across complex systems

Build and maintain test frameworks and automation suites

Carry out exploratory testing to identify risk and edge cases

Work closely with engineers to improve testability and quality

Contribute to continuous improvement of testing practices and tooling


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