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Software Test Engineer Winfrith, near Dorchester (4 days on site per week) 6 month duration Outside IR35 We are looking for a Software Test Engineer to work for our defence client in Winfrith, near Dorchester. This can operate on an Outside IR35 basis and the main purpose is: delivery of Software Test activities (including planning, management, and … testing) within the software development lifecycle. Knowledge and experience : Proven ability to support or lead software test activities within defence or other safety critical field Knowledge and understanding of Software Testing within Software development lifecycle Understanding of Open Systems Architectures and Principles Experience of Software Engineering Lifecycle processes and tools Ability to efficiently … plan, manage and deliver robust Software test solutions including Manual and Regression Testing Experience in the testing of high integrity software to recognised standards IEC61508, or equivalent Preferably have an understanding of military systems, in particular maritime systems Excellent communication skills, including delivery of presentations Good written skills including technical report writing, ability to communicate with More ❯

Software Test Engineer Winfrith, near Dorchester (4 days on site per week) – 6 month duration – Outside IR35 We are looking for a Software Test Engineer to work for our defence client in Winfrith, near Dorchester. This can operate on an Outside IR35 basis and the main purpose is: delivery of Software Test activities (including planning, management, and … testing) within the software development lifecycle. Knowledge and experience : Proven ability to support or lead software test activities within defence or other safety critical field Knowledge and understanding of Software Testing within Software development lifecycle Understanding of Open Systems Architectures and Principles Experience of Software Engineering Lifecycle processes and tools Ability to efficiently … plan, manage and deliver robust Software test solutions including Manual and Regression Testing Experience in the testing of high integrity software to recognised standards –IEC61508, or equivalent Preferably have an understanding of military systems, in particular maritime systems Excellent communication skills, including delivery of presentations Good written skills including technical report writing, ability to communicate with More ❯

empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrows worldtoday. Job Description Join our team to help deliver fast-paced, high-impact Defence software solutions that translate complex algorithms into operational capabilities. Youll work closely with algorithm engineers to integrate mathematical and software models into production-ready, reliable, and maintainable systems. This … is a unique opportunity to apply your full software lifecycle experience in a rapid capability deployment environment , where your work has a direct impact on operational outcomes. Location: Templecombe On-site: Monday Thursday minimum Seniority: Senior (8+ years experience) Clearance: SC clearable (no caveats) Key Responsibilities Develop, integrate, and maintain software for rapid deployment projects in the Defence … domain. Collaborate with algorithm engineers to implement and optimise complex mathematical models. Apply full software lifecycle experience , including design, coding, testing, and integration. Contribute to unit and wider software testing to ensure robust, high-quality systems. Work within defined software development processes , adhering to best practices and configuration management. Maintain technical documentation , reporting, and risk More ❯

office) c£40,000 per year Plus excellent company benefits (including Pension, Bonuses, Life Insurance, Healthcare, etc.) Skills and Experience: 3 to 5+ years of hands-on experience in Software Testing or operating as a QA Analyst, with a strong foundation in both manual testing and supporting automation frameworks. Experience with manual testing, including functional, regression … scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, etc.) to contribute to automation efforts, with a willingness to grow your skills, knowledge and qualifications in this area. Exposure to testing in cloud environments (e.g. AWS and Azure) and understanding of microservices architecture is advantageous ISTQB Foundation level certification or similar certification in Software Testing or Quality Assurance. … An understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Performance Testing (via Gatling, Load Runner, Locust) and CI/CD practices (via CircleCI or Jenkins or similar) would be very useful. The Opportunity: My client based in the sustainability sector are currently on the lookout for a QA Analyst where you will be responsible for performing hands-on More ❯

Quality Engineers are at the heart of every development team in Trayport and are key to the delivery of our software. Candidates should be passionate about delivering high quality software and committed to ensuring our clients have the best user experience possible. Quality Engineers at Trayport share an unrivaled passion for quality, software testing and love nothing … more than voraciously and persistently hunting down bugs, investigating potential issues and also preventing them from being introduced in the first place to help to make our software the best it can be. The Team The Execution cluster owns Trayport's back-end systems. This means ensuring that when commodities traders and brokers login to our systems they have … a great experience. Essential to this is creating software that helps them with their most pressing business needs, and that is performant and reliable. What makes this team particularly exciting is we look after the first product that Trayport ever made, but are also working at the cutting edge of pushing Trayport forward, creating some of the newest products. More ❯

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) South west - Once a month on site £45,000 - £65,000 and fantastic bonus & pension We are looking for a talented Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our growing engineering team. This is a hands-on role where you will help ensure that our software products meet the highest … Oracle 19 databases. Work with Java JDK for building and running automated test scripts. Ensure integration of automated tests throughout the CI/CD pipeline. Collaboration: Work closely with Software Engineers, QA Analysts, and DevOps engineers to integrate automated testing early in the development process. Participate in code reviews and agile ceremonies, providing insights on testability and software quality. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve testing processes and implement solutions. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technologies in test automation. Learn and grow under the guidance of senior team members. Documentation: Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation for test plans, cases, results, and automation frameworks. Required Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering More ❯

Software Verification Engineer 12-Month Contract (Outside IR35) Rate: £50–£55 per hour (Ltd Company) Locations: Ideally based near Manchester, Hull, Belfast, Bristol, Derby, or Birmingham Overview We are seeking an experienced Software Verification Engineer to join a long-term programme developing and verifying safety-critical embedded systems. A strong background in software verification and hardware–software interfaces is key. Responsibilities Perform software verification and validation activities for embedded systems. Develop, execute, and document test procedures and test cases in accordance with project standards. Analyse and troubleshoot software and interface issues at both software and hardware–software boundaries. Support integration, regression, and acceptance testing phases. Work collaboratively with software, hardware … and systems engineering teams to ensure design compliance. Contribute to verification documentation and audits as required. Key Skills & Experience Essential: Proven experience in software verification for embedded or safety-critical systems. Strong understanding of hardware–software interfaces and integration testing. Ability to produce clear verification documentation and follow structured processes. Familiarity with tools such as test harnesses, debuggers More ❯

Software Verification Engineer 12-Month Contract (Outside IR35) Rate: £50–£55 per hour (Ltd Company) Locations: Ideally based near Manchester, Hull, Belfast, Bristol, Derby, or Birmingham Overview We are seeking an experienced Software Verification Engineer to join a long-term programme developing and verifying safety-critical embedded systems. A strong background in software verification and hardware–software interfaces is key. Responsibilities Perform software verification and validation activities for embedded systems. Develop, execute, and document test procedures and test cases in accordance with project standards. Analyse and troubleshoot software and interface issues at both software and hardware–software boundaries. Support integration, regression, and acceptance testing phases. Work collaboratively with software, hardware … and systems engineering teams to ensure design compliance. Contribute to verification documentation and audits as required. Key Skills & Experience Essential: Proven experience in software verification for embedded or safety-critical systems. Strong understanding of hardware–software interfaces and integration testing. Ability to produce clear verification documentation and follow structured processes. Familiarity with tools such as test harnesses, debuggers More ❯

Bristol Software Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2026 Salary : £23,495 Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all … plus option to purchase extra holiday Flexi Leave: up to 15 additional days Facilities : fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... The opportunity The Software team at MBDA deliver software for the next generation of weapons in an ever evolving environment to support those on the battlefield! Our teams provide a range of … products from high integrity real time software running on our weapon systems, software infrastructures (i.e. DevOps) and production test software to support functional test & manufacturing. We use a variety of programming languages, software tools and software lifecycle methodologies to achieve this. You will get exposure to aspects of a software development lifecycle, a chance More ❯

C++ Software Engineer Location: Bristol, Full time on site Duration: 6 Months initial SC Clearance Required Rate: £65 ph Umbrella Our client are a world leader in missile and missile systems looking for a highly capable and adaptable to join their Development Facility in Bristol. Join a growing dynamic Software team in Bristol in developing the latest mission … critical defence systems. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision. Responsibilities: The role will involve software development and integration testing with the equipment containing the software under test and suitable skills in this area will be expected. Developing in C++ and Rhapsody, and using EWM as … the preferred configuration tool. Developing current software requirements. The role will involve working within a lab environment running software on target hardware. Developing software in on controlled Software environment. Key Skillset Strong C++ knowledge Knowledge of Rhapsody UML Competent with MS word, for reviewing and updating technical documentation. Experience of RTC/EWM would be beneficial More ❯

including APIs, databases, messaging queues, and log monitoring tools. The QA Automation Engineer will collaborate closely with development, DevOps, and product teams to ensure high-quality, scalable, and reliable software releases. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks for web, API, and backend testing. Author and execute automation scripts using languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript … . Build and maintain API automation using tools like Postman, RestAssured, or SoapUI . Perform database testing , including validation of ledger entries, transactions, and backend workflows using SQL, Oracle, and CockroachDB . Develop and manage automated test suites using JUnit, TestNG, PyTest, and Cucumber . Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GKP … brokers, and ledger processing with Kafka and RabbitMQ . Track, report, and manage defects using JIRA or Azure Boards . Participate in test planning, requirements review, and risk-based testing strategies. Continuously enhance automation coverage and contribute to quality engineering best practices. Required Skills & Qualifications 3–8 years of experience in QA Automation or Software Testing. Strong programming More ❯

Software Engineer Real-Time Systems (C++/Linux) Location: Bristol Rate: £49.70/hour PAYE (£56.93/hour incl. holiday) or £65/hour Umbrella We seek an engineer who has worked in a military/defence environment/industry within the last 12 months or who is capable of obtaining security clearance (SC level minimum) Overview Join a … growing software team developing and delivering innovative solutions across a wide range of technologies. You ll work within a small, dynamic team where initiative and independence are encouraged. The role focuses on the design, development, and integration of real-time software on Linux-based platforms. Key Responsibilities Undertake a full range of software engineering activities in line … with project and quality requirements. Design, develop, and verify C++ code for real-time systems. Perform integration testing of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) processing platforms and subsystem components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful software delivery and system performance. Essential Skills & Experience Strong C++ development experience, particularly within multi-threaded and real-time environments. Proven More ❯

Software Engineer – Real-Time Systems (C++/Linux) Location: Bristol Rate: £49.70/hour PAYE (£56.93/hour incl. holiday) or £65/hour Umbrella We seek an engineer who has worked in a military/defence environment/industry within the last 12 months or who is capable of obtaining security clearance (SC level minimum) Overview Join a … growing software team developing and delivering innovative solutions across a wide range of technologies. You’ll work within a small, dynamic team where initiative and independence are encouraged. The role focuses on the design, development, and integration of real-time software on Linux-based platforms. Key Responsibilities Undertake a full range of software engineering activities in line … with project and quality requirements. Design, develop, and verify C++ code for real-time systems. Perform integration testing of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) processing platforms and subsystem components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful software delivery and system performance. Essential Skills & Experience Strong C++ development experience, particularly within multi-threaded and real-time environments. Proven More ❯

Are you passionate about ensuring software operates seamlessly and meets the highest standards? Do you have keen eye for detail and a desire to uncover hidden bugs and defects? If so, join our team as a Software Tester Apprentice and embark on a journey that will shape your future in the world of quality assurance. Role As a … Software Tester Apprentice, you'll have the chance to play a pivotal role in the development and deployment of cutting-edge software solutions. You'll work alongside our seasoned team of testing experts, learning to hone your skills in manual and automated testing, defect management, and risk mitigation. You'll also cultivate critical communication and collaboration … ll learn to translate complex technical information into actionable insights, effectively reporting on test progress and defects to drive continuous improvement. Key job responsibilities Developing an understanding of the software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis to deployment Analysing software and systems to proactively identify and mitigate potential risk and issues Participating in the quality assurance stage of software More ❯

Junior Project Manager - Software We are seeking a motivated Junior Project Manager to join a growing IT services company specialising in the development of bespoke software applications. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across all aspects of project delivery in a dynamic and supportive environment, with opportunities for career growth and international exposure. Location: Remote Salary … on time, within scope, and to a high standard. You will be involved in planning, coordinating, and tracking project milestones, as well as liaising with stakeholders and supporting the software development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Support the delivery of projects using hybrid Agile/Waterfall methodologies Assist in the development and execution of project plans Track project milestones, deliverable, and … Maintain project documentation, including status reports, meeting notes, and governance documents Manage project RAID logs and support governance throughout the project lifecycle Support and learn all parts of the software development lifecycle, including compliance, governance, and testing Additional Responsibilities (Desirable): Review software requirements and develop test plans Execute manual tests on software applications and systems Raise More ❯

Junior Project Manager - Software We are seeking a motivated Junior Project Manager to join a growing IT services company specialising in the development of bespoke software applications. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across all aspects of project delivery in a dynamic and supportive environment, with opportunities for career growth and international exposure. Location: Remote Salary … on time, within scope, and to a high standard. You will be involved in planning, coordinating, and tracking project milestones, as well as liaising with stakeholders and supporting the software development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Support the delivery of projects using hybrid Agile/Waterfall methodologies Assist in the development and execution of project plans Track project milestones, deliverables, and … Maintain project documentation, including status reports, meeting notes, and governance documents Manage project RAID logs and support governance throughout the project lifecycle Support and learn all parts of the software development lifecycle, including compliance, governance, and testing Additional Responsibilities (Desirable): Review software requirements and develop test plans Execute manual tests on software applications and systems Raise More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit a C++ Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract, with very likely extension. The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Rate: £65.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard … The company are a world leader in missile and missile systems looking for a highly capable and adaptable to join our Development Facility in Bristol. Join the growing dynamic Software team in Bristol in developing the latest mission-critical defence systems. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision. … Responsibilities: What the department are looking for: The role will involve software development and integration testing with the equipment containing the software under test and suitable skills in this area will be expected. Developing in C++ and Rhapsody, and using EWM as the preferred configuration tool. Developing current software requirements. The role will involve working within More ❯

Bournemouth This programme provides the foundation to develop in-demand skills across a range of technical disciplines, including: Full Stack Development Back-End Engineering Cyber Security Site Reliability Engineering Software Testing Our training is particularly focused on Java, while also offering opportunities to explore and specialise in areas aligned to your interests and career goals. What the Programme More ❯

coding standards, security best practices, and high-quality code reviews. Promote continuous improvement in development practices and processes. Advocate for a "security by design" mindset in all engineering activities. Software Development Design, build, test, and deploy full stack applications using modern tools and frameworks. Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to understand business needs. Write clean, maintainable, and … efficient code. Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues. Contribute to automation and CI/CD testing workflows. Skills & Experience Back End: Proficiency in Node.js (preferred), or .NET/Java. Front End: Solid experience with JavaScript , React , and TypeScript . Strong foundation in Agile/Lean methodologies and modern software delivery practices. Working knowledge of UI/UX principles More ❯

and Systems Validation (ISV) team within the Weapon System Simulation and Experimentation (WSSE) department. Join us in driving innovation and excellence in the field by providing systems integration and testing for digital simulation and experimentation products in a dynamic and growing area Salary : Circa £42,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 3-4 days per week … for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities : Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash … and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: WSSE bring together real products, models, synthetic environments and people throughout the systems life cycle, using agile methodologies to develop real-time software components to simulate weapon systems and sub-systems. Sitting within WSSE, the ISV Team provide proving best practice and capability to WSSE products right throughout the development cycle, in More ❯

Are you a software tester looking to diversify into Software Quality Assurance? We have an opportunity has arisen within our Bristol based Product Assurance Software Quality team for an engineer to further develop their quality assurance skills by being part of the wider Product Assurance community within MBDA. Salary : Circa £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience … for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities : Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash … back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more. The opportunity: Join our Bristol Software Quality Assurance team to improve QA skills by collaborating with the wider QA community at MBDA. Assisting UK Engineering Directorate's software teams in missile programs ensures high-quality weapon systems reach global partners. This is an excellent More ❯

to Filton) . The team work hybrid, so they need someone who’s happy to be in the office three days a week.You’d be joining a rapidly growing software house, and it’s honestly such an exciting time to come onboard as they’re scaling the team fast. They really are the nicest bunch and work on software … to either hold a British passport or have lived in the UK for the last 5 plus years.You’ll be part of a lovely and growing team of eight Software Testers , who are embedded into development teams working in a Agile environment. The team are working on products that span mobile apps, connected devices and web based platformsAs a … senior, your role will be very much hands on, but also involve championing and helping to improve best practices across testing and the teams and also helping with influencing test strategy. Whilst Automation isn’t essential, it would be a big bonus as they’re keen to build this out. They currently use Playwright for their web apps and More ❯

Manual Tester Somerset | Permanent | Hybrid Working Our client are looking to onboard a Manual Software Tester into their team on a permanent basis, you'll be involved in the planning, designing, and execution of manual testing to validate system functionality, reliability, and performance. Experience Required: Strong experience testing Web, Mobile, and Desktop applications Experience with API testing and using bug tracking tools (e.g., Azure DevOps) Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban Ability to analyse requirements, write test cases, and carry out regression testing Experience working with relational databases and a good understanding of SQL ISTQB Foundation Certificate Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to More ❯

We are looking for a capable, adaptable and inquisitive software verification/validation engineer to join our team in proving the software which forms the core of our weapon system products! Salary : Up to £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : typically, 5 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance : Sole UK Nationals … for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities : Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash … healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more. The opportunity: You should be passionate about the role that effective verification plays in the integrity of complex software products within a system. We use a range of techniques to conduct the verification, with training, help and support always provided. Our latest systems are in service with the More ❯

and delivering the best solutions. Take ownership of system and subsystem design, identifying risks and mitigation strategies, and ensuring modularity and standardisation for future reuse. Lead safety and type testing activities, reviewing, and approving compliance documentation. Contribute to project planning, prioritising work, tracking progress, and proactively mitigating potential delays. Provide technical expertise to support factory builds, field trials, and … ECI engineering, championing new technologies to enhance product capability and performance. Prepare and review technical specifications, test documentation, manuals, and service instructions. Create simulations and supporting documentation for product software validation and release. Qualifications & Experience HND (or equivalent) or degree in Electrical, Controls, Instrumentation, or a related discipline. Extensive experience in controls and software engineering in relevant industries. … Strong practical knowledge of PLC programming, HMI programming, VB.net (or similar) Experience creating technical documentation, managing software configuration tools, and interpreting P&IDs and electrical schematics. Familiarity with EN compliance and safety standards and industry standards Proven ability to deliver in regulated, compliance-driven environments Desirable experience includes: PLC hardware selection, software test environments, simulation tools, troubleshooting, or More ❯