Graduate Software Test Engineer

RedTech Recruitment

  • Cambridge
  • £31,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
Graduate Software Test EngineerA brilliant opportunity for a Graduate Software Test Engineer to work for a fast-growing company that develops industry-leading communication software and hardware. Offering a very unique opportunity to see the products you test being used on the live stage in broadcast and critical communications including mission-control space travel! This role has been highlighted as being well suited to a Mathematics or Physics graduate, with some programming knowledge, who loves problem-solving and has a methodical approach to work. We also welcome applications from experienced test engineers.Location: Village location near Cambridge - having the ability to drive would be an advantage, however, there is a shuttle bus from the rail stationSalary: £31,000 for a Graduate, more for experienced + competitive plus 8% pension, healthcare etc.Requirements for Graduate Software Test Engineer:
  • Educated to degree level or equivalent in a STEM subject such as Maths, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering - due to the analytical requirements for this role people from Physics or Mathematics backgrounds tend to do very well
  • Good prgoramming knowledge in Python
  • Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail - you noticed the typo above and it bugged you 😉
  • Experience testing code
  • A love of problem-solving
  • Positive, can-do mentality and a team player
  • You are not set on being a ‘Software Developer’ and love the idea of a highly technical, problem-solving role
  • Any experience in the following is beneficial: IP networking, scripting experience, use of multiple operating systems (Linux, Mac OS X, Windows)
Responsibilities for Graduate Software Test Engineer:
  • Writing automation tests using Python
  • Validating the product ensuring it meets the requirements specification.
  • Validating delivered User Stories and Bug fixes
  • Writing and running Test Cases and Test Plans
  • Running regression tests to verify functional and system integrity
  • Supporting the development team by replicating field issues
  • Reporting issues via the bug-tracking tool
  • Participating in developing testing strategies
  • Working within Agile development teams
Why would you apply?
  • Excellent working environment, a truly collaborative team
  • An incredible employer who really values their staff, proven by a very high staff retention rate
  • Benefits include 8% pension, private healthcare, and flexible working
  • Learning opportunities and mentoring support from a highly experienced team
Applications:If you would like to enquire about this unique Graduate Test Engineer opportunity we would love to hear from you. Please send an up-to-date CV via the relevant link.Keywords - Test Engineer / QA Engineer / Software Engineer / Software Developer / Graduate / Software Engineer in Test / Automation Test / Computer Science / C++ / Java / C# / JavaScript / Go / Golang / Programmer / Test Engineer / Software Engineer / Electronic Engineering / Software Developer / Programming / Coding / programmer / Coder / BSc / BEng / MMath / Meng / MSc / MA / Computer Science / research / science / post-doc / post-doctorate / Ph.D. / Mathematics / Natural Sciences / Engineering / Physics / Astrophysics / Trainee / Entry Level / JuniorRedTech Recruitment Ltd focuses on finding roles for Engineers and Scientists leaving academia entering industry. Even if the above role isn't of interest, please visit our website to see out other opportunities.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at RedTech. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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