264 Software Test jobs in the United Kingdom

oftware Test Engineer -Location: Hybrid Bristol - Salary: 40,000

We have partnered with a leading engineering consultancy to find a talented Software Test Engineer to join their innovative team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced consultants, driving quality in embedded and application software for cutting-edge projects.

Your day to day:

• Automate tests for software validation.
• Work hands-on with embedded systems (STM32, FreeRTOS) and application-level software.
• Build and maintain automated test suites using C/C++ and Python scripting.
• Integrate testing workflows into CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins.
• Produce clear, compliant documentation and collaborate across diverse engineering teams.

Ideally you would have but not a must:

• Solid background in software test engineering, validation, or development.
• Strong skills in C/C++ programming and Python scripting.
• Experience with embedded systems and test automation tools.
• Familiarity with CI/CD platforms and version control tools.

Amazing to have:

• Experience with medical or safety-critical standards like IEC 62304.
• Knowledge of Git, Jira, Confluence, CppUTest, GTest, and Doxygen.
• Comfort working across software and hardware layers.
• Consultancy experience is a bonus.

Please drop me a message if you have any questions at all.

Software Test Engineer -Location: Hybrid Bristol - Salary: 40,000

Our client, a manufacturing business in Leeds, seek to appoint an experienced Software Test Engineer to the R&D team. Reporting to the Software Development Team Leader this is a great opportunity to enhance your career by using the latest technologies and helping to create the next generation of products. On offer is an excellent salary package and an informal, relaxed atmosphere.

Software Test Engineer - Role & Responsibilities:

• To work as a member of an expanding software team testing market leading and well-established applications
• Accurate testing of the next generation of core products, in addition to our existing software, in close conjunction with the R&D team
• To read and understand in-house written technical specifications, and capture user requirements, using them to create and execute test plans
• To communicate with internal and external stakeholders concisely and effectively
• To perform accurate, complete and timely testing of software in line with company standards, software, architecture and design strategy

Software Test Engineer - Skills & Experience

• Graduate with Engineering, Communication or IT related degree (or equivalent)
• A background of software testing in a commercial environment
• A good eye for detail and a meticulous approach to ensuring the software is of a sufficient quality
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of different testing methodologies
• Good organisational skills, able to work on multiple projects in parallel
• Candidates will have a desire to work with people as well as software, systems and technology

Software Test Engineer, Engineering, Manufacturing, Software, Test

oftware Test Engineer -Location: Hybrid Bristol - Salary: 40,000

We have partnered with a leading engineering consultancy to find a talented Software Test Engineer to join their innovative team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced consultants, driving quality in embedded and application software for cutting-edge projects.

Your day to day:

• Automate tests for software validation.
• Work hands-on with embedded systems (STM32, FreeRTOS) and application-level software.
• Build and maintain automated test suites using C/C++ and Python scripting.
• Integrate testing workflows into CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins.
• Produce clear, compliant documentation and collaborate across diverse engineering teams.

Ideally you would have but not a must:

• Solid background in software test engineering, validation, or development.
• Strong skills in C/C++ programming and Python scripting.
• Experience with embedded systems and test automation tools.
• Familiarity with CI/CD platforms and version control tools.

Amazing to have:

• Experience with medical or safety-critical standards like IEC 62304.
• Knowledge of Git, Jira, Confluence, CppUTest, GTest, and Doxygen.
• Comfort working across software and hardware layers.
• Consultancy experience is a bonus.

Please drop me a message if you have any questions at all.

Software Test Engineer -Location: Hybrid Bristol - Salary: 40,000

Software Test Engineer

Location: Bristol

Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum + Bonus

Benefits: Job security (Massive investment & continued growth, even during covid), Great pension, Annual Pay Review, Enhanced Parental Leave, Training & Membership Fund, Courses & Training, Hobby Clubs and more

A market leading and global company within the aerospace and defence sector are looking for talented software test engineers with experience within electronic system software testing. This is a fascinating chance to be involved with developing cutting-edge software for Real-Time, middleware, subsystem, embedded and bare-metal software solutions for use within on-board aerospace electronics and their control systems.

This position is subject to security clearance and so all candidates must be British Citizens and have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. Previous or current SC and DV clearance is highly beneficial.

Duties & Experience:

• Experienced in system software
• Testing of new and existing product development
• Collaborate across engineers, developers, testers and stakeholders
• Verification & Validation
• Automated Testing
• Full SDLC & STLC
• Software standards
• Agile development
• Bring new tools, techniques and process improvement

If you think you have the drive and passion needed to be successful, APPLY NOW!

For more information email , call us or visit our website at

The ONE Group - With offices in Northampton, Peterborough and Cambridge - our recruitment divisions include; Accountancy, Executive, HR, IT, Office, technical and Executive recruitment. The ONE Group are the largest independent recruitment businesses across, Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire. IND2.

This is recruitment as it should be.

As a Software Test Technician , you’ll have a key repsonsibility in testing, validating, calibrating, and troubleshooting hardware-software interactions—playing a vital part in every phase of the Software Testing Life Cycle. Your work will directly influence the reliability and performance of products before they reach the market.

You’ll thrive in a hands-on environment, using test equipment to uncover and resolve issues from the smallest components to complex systems. Collaborating closely with both hardware and software teams, your insights will help drive product excellence. If you're passionate about technology and want to make a measurable impact, this is your chance to be at the heart of innovation.

About us:

Based in Melbourn, near Cambridge, UK, SPT Labtech  makes products that transform the way scientists work. For decades, our expert scientists, engineers and business innovators have provided scientists with world-leading, innovative solutions for liquid handling, sample preparation, and sample management that help accelerate research and make a real difference to human health. We work collaboratively with our customers, building trusted relationships that enable us to deliver exceptional, personalised experiences designed for real-world challenges in the lab. 

Want to be part of a team that’s making a difference to human health? 

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Attending daily scrum meetings.
• Maintain tasks in JIRA.
• Understanding requirements and use cases of the application.
• Plan and design test cases using Jira-Xray.
• Preparation of test data.
• Test execution - Functional testing on Hardware and Software
• Validate performance, functionality, and reliability of instruments using manual and automated test methods.
• Troubleshoot and isolate issues at the component and system levels using standard diagnostic tools
• Operate and maintain test equipment
• Support hardware bring-up and calibration of units during development and production stages.
• Report execution status and Defects.
• Retest defects and Re-execute relevant tests.
• Work closely within an integrated team - Developers, Testers, Field Engineers, Business Analysts, Project Managers.
• Self-organise and fit into an agile software development process.

Your skills & attributes:

• Ideally, 2+ years of experience in Functional testing – Windows or Web or Mobile software applications.
• Have experience in STLC and Defects life cycle.
• Experience using repository/test management software like GIT, Jira, RedMine, X-Ray tools or equivalent.
• Can write, follow and if necessary, alter pre-made test procedures.
• Have a demonstrable understanding of modern software development methodologies.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Have ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board), BCS (British Computer Society) or equivalent experience. 

Desirable skills:

• Experience in testing and validating hardware based on software-driven test procedures or automated test scripts.
• Software automation experience using reputed tools like – Selenium/ Appium or equivalent.
• Life Sciences domain knowledge.
• Scripting language like Python, JavaScript, Perl or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of Cloud platforms – GCP, AWS or Azure.

Our commitment to you:

You will be collaborating with talented professionals in a motivated and driven team. 

We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive, valued benefits, including private medical insurance, a generous pension plan, and an annual discretionary bonus.

We embrace diversity and inclusivity, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, or family status. We prioritise supporting our employees' diverse needs as we strive for excellence together.

If the above resonates with you, apply with an up-to-date CV and be a part of our journey to reshape the future of science.

The Redline Group is working in partnership with our Leicestershire based client to assist in the search for a Contract Software Test Engineer on a 6-month contract. For this contract you will be needed on site in Leicestershire 2-3 days a week.

This role has an indicative OUTSIDE IR35 determination therefore we can accept candidates who would like to operate through their own PSC.

Our client designs and develops innovative, tailored software applications and technology for a range of industries across the UK. This role will support a high-profile project delivering real-time content to public information systems nationwide.

As a Contract Software Test Engineer, you will take full ownership of establishing the testing function from the ground up, as there is currently no formal test plan or automation framework in place. This includes writing automated test scripts and executing a range of testing activities such as integration, regression, exploratory, and acceptance testing.

Key Skills Required for the Contract Software Test Engineer - Leicestershire :

- Strong experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright

- Proficient in Postman, with the ability to script and test APIs

- Familiarity with Jira and Jira Xray for test management

- Experience with Cucumber or BDD frameworks

For more information or to apply for the Contract Software Test Engineer opportunity in Leicestershire , please contact Maddie Ramsden - (url removed) / DDi: (phone number removed) / Mob: (phone number removed) quoting reference MMR1047.

• Design and execute test cases based on user stories and acceptance criteria
• Document and report bugs, helping to troubleshoot issues with developers
• Contribute to functional, regression, and exploratory testing activities
• Support software releases by validating features and identifying risks early
• Assist in reviewing requirements and identifying test scenarios
• Maintain clear and detailed test documentation

• A degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering or a related field
• Experience or Knowledge of software testing or QA role (including placements)
• Understanding of testing principles and software development lifecycles
• Strong attention to detail with a structured and analytical approach
• Ability to work collaboratively in Agile or fast-paced delivery environments
• Familiarity with test management or bug tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail)

• Experience running manual tests across desktop or web applications
• Exposure to SQL or basic database validation
• Awareness of automation tools such as Selenium or Playwright
• Interest in performance or non-functional testing
• A proactive approach to learning and improving testing practices

• Design and execute test cases based on user stories and acceptance criteria
• Document and report bugs, helping to troubleshoot issues with developers
• Contribute to functional, regression, and exploratory testing activities
• Support software releases by validating features and identifying risks early
• Assist in reviewing requirements and identifying test scenarios
• Maintain clear and detailed test documentation

• A degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering or a related field
• Experience or Knowledge of software testing or QA role (including placements)
• Understanding of testing principles and software development lifecycles
• Strong attention to detail with a structured and analytical approach
• Ability to work collaboratively in Agile or fast-paced delivery environments
• Familiarity with test management or bug tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail)

• Experience running manual tests across desktop or web applications
• Exposure to SQL or basic database validation
• Awareness of automation tools such as Selenium or Playwright
• Interest in performance or non-functional testing
• A proactive approach to learning and improving testing practices

The Redline Group is working in partnership with our Leicestershire based client to assist in the search for a Contract Software Test Engineer on a 6-month contract. For this contract you will be needed on site in Leicestershire 2-3 days a week.

This role has an indicative OUTSIDE IR35 determination therefore we can accept candidates who would like to operate through their own PSC.

Our client designs and develops innovative, tailored software applications and technology for a range of industries across the UK. This role will support a high-profile project delivering real-time content to public information systems nationwide.

As a Contract Software Test Engineer, you will take full ownership of establishing the testing function from the ground up, as there is currently no formal test plan or automation framework in place. This includes writing automated test scripts and executing a range of testing activities such as integration, regression, exploratory, and acceptance testing.

Key Skills Required for the Contract Software Test Engineer - Leicestershire :

- Strong experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright

- Proficient in Postman, with the ability to script and test APIs

- Familiarity with Jira and Jira Xray for test management

- Experience with Cucumber or BDD frameworks

For more information or to apply for the Contract Software Test Engineer opportunity in Leicestershire , please contact Maddie Ramsden - (url removed) / DDi: (phone number removed) / Mob: (phone number removed) quoting reference MMR1047.