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# Graduate Software Developer in Test

- **Company:** apetito
- **Location:** Trowbridge, United Kingdom
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software Quality, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Github, Mobile Application Software, Selenium, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, Postman, Cypress (Programming Language), Backend, Build Management, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Playwright, Software Version Control, SDET, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7e2d579f76cf17e6

## About the Role

* Hold, or be studying towards, a degree in Computer Science or a related discipline with the expectation to receive a 2:2 or higher (graduating by August 2026).
 * Applied experience of programming in a commercial or project setting
 * Basic programming knowledge in TypeScript and / or C#/.NET
 * Understanding of software testing principles and the testing pyramid
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
 * Excellent communication skills
 * Ability to collaborate with colleagues, including non-technical
 * Presentation skills, able to convey complex technical concepts to different audiences

Desirable:

 * Exposure toPlaywright, Postman, Selenium, Cypress, or similar tools.
 * Familiarity with GitHub and version control workflows.
 * Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and Agile development practices.
 * Undergraduate work placement as part of degree course
 * Post-graduate experience in an IT setting
 * Experience with writing or maintaining automated tests (academic or personal projects welcome)., The graduate scheme is for 2 years. You must hold right to work for at least the full duration of the graduate scheme to be eligible for this role.

## Description

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Software QA Engineer / SDET to join our Quality Assurance team at Apetito. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in software testing both manual and test automation, working across our diverse product stack and contributing to the delivery of high-quality software.
You'll be involved in testing across the entire testing pyramid - from unit and integration tests to end-to-end and exploratory testing-ensuring our applications are robust, performant, and aligned with our test strategy.
You will work as part of the wider digital products team and collaborate with stakeholders across the business on a variety of projects, so you'll need to be able to engage audiences from different disciplines in the technical aspect of your work. Presentations to the executive board will also be a regular feature of your graduate program.
Tech Stack You'll Work With

 * Languages & Frameworks: TypeScript, .NET
 * Automation Tools: Playwright
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 + ️API Testing: Postman
 * Version Control & CI/CD: GitHub, GitHub Actions

What We Offer

 * Structured onboarding and mentorship from experienced QA professionals.
 * Hands-on experience with modern testing tools and frameworks.
 * Opportunities to contribute to real-world projects from day one.
 * Career development pathways and training resources.
 * Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture., * Learn and apply software testing techniques across apetito's Digital Products, including websites, mobile apps, desktop applications, backend services, and connected devices.
 * Carry out manual testing to explore new features, identify issues, and ensure a great user experience.
 * Design and build automated tests using Playwright to validate user journeys and critical business processes.
 * Create and execute API tests using Postman, validating functionality, performance, and security.
 * Ensure all testing activities align with the definedtest and quality strategy, contributing to consistency and continuous improvement.
 * Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate closely with developers, QA engineers, and product owners.
 * Log, investigate and report defects with clear documentation and follow-through to resolution.
 * Continuously learn and apply best practices in test automation and software quality.