Junior Software Test Engineer

Salary: £28,000 - 30,000 per year

Requirements:

• A first or 2:1 degree, or equivalent, in a relevant technical subject
• Good A Level results in science subjects, with proven competence in maths
• Some experience of C, C# or C++ programming
• An appreciation of some of the following: embedded software, development in Windows or Linux, basic network technologies, and Python, HTML, JavaScript, ASP.NET, SQL or SNMP
• A logical approach to problem solving, weighing up the merits of different solutions
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly with the team
• A self-motivated, hands-on and customer-focused attitude
• The ability to obtain and maintain UK Government security clearance
• No prior work experience is needed, as full guidance and training are provided

Responsibilities:

• Support the Test and Acceptance team with integration and testing of our products
• Help develop and execute test plans, and write clear test reports
• Carry out software design and development, with guidance, for our products and their manufacturing test systems
• Write, unit test and debug software code
• Take part in software code reviews and act on feedback
• Produce technical documentation to record how our products are built and tested
• Apply your knowledge to project requirements with regular guidance from senior engineers
• Put forward your own ideas as your experience grows
• Support the wider department and its day-to-day activities

Technologies:

• ASP.NET
• C#
• Embedded
• Support
• JavaScript
• Linux
• Network
• Python
• SQL
• Security
• Windows

More:

We are an established manufacturer of mission-critical equipment for the aviation and defence sectors, offering a genuine opportunity to start and build a career in a business where quality really matters. This Junior Software Test Engineer role is designed for a strong graduate ready to learn from experienced engineers, with full guidance and support provided. You will join a team focused on integration, testing, software development, and technical documentation, alongside continuous training and learning opportunities. We also offer a competitive benefits package including up to £30,000 salary, a 37.5-hour working week with flexitime, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, enhanced pension, private healthcare, life assurance, wellbeing support, subsidised staff canteen, free on-site parking, and more.

last updated 31 week of 2026