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# Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** Apex Resources
- **Location:** Oxford, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** £45,000.0 - £55,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Continuous Integration, Embedded Software, Fuzz Testing, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Verification and Validation (Software), Delivery Pipeline, SC Clearance, Information Technology, DO-178B, Jenkins
- **Published:** June 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0407b28dececd892

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Python?, * Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar (or equivalent experience)

 * 3+ years' experience with Python in a commercial or research environment
 * Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g. Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, CloudBuild)
 * Experience with Software-in-the-Loop (SiL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) testing
 * Strong understanding of Agile, CI, and test-driven development (TDD) principles
 * Exposure to safety-critical or regulated environments is highly desirable
 * Active SC Clearance essential

If you're a proactive and adaptable Software Test Engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced and innovative environments thenapply now.

## Description

As a Software Test Engineer, you will play a key role in verifying and validating embedded software within a runtime assurance platform. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you'll design and execute robust testing strategies, drive quality improvements, and support the delivery of safe, reliable systems across multiple hardware architectures and real-time operating systems., * Design and execute verification and validation strategies for embedded software systems

 * Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and infrastructure
 * Apply advanced testing techniques such as fuzz testing, constrained random testing, and automation-led validation
 * Ensure compliance with safety-critical standards including DO-178C, ISO 26262, and IEC 61508
 * Own the full QA lifecycle: test design, execution, automation, and CI/CD integration
 * Define and maintain test cases, ensuring traceability and repeatability
 * Manage defect tracking, reporting, and resolution in line with structured QA processes
 * Collaborate with engineering teams to continuously improve quality and testing practices


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