Overview
Software Test Engineer (Manual & Automation Testing)
Location: Gloucester – On site 3 days per week
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience)
We are seeking an experienced Software Test Engineer to join a growing engineering team. This is a hybrid role based in Gloucester, with an expectation of on site working three days per week.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, build and maintain unit tests for software under development
* Develop and execute test cases to validate functional and non functional requirements
* Debug software and firmware defects using appropriate tools
* Perform manual and automated testing of desktop applications (VB.Net)
* Report, track, and assist in the resolution of software bugs
* Work within Agile sprint cycles and contribute to continuous improvement
* Build and manage GitLab CI/CD pipelines for automation testing
* Develop UI automation scripts
* Use version control (e.g. Git) for test code and artifacts
* Produce and maintain test documentation including test plans, test reports, and operational manuals
* Conduct regression, system, ad hoc and hardware integrated testing
About You
* Minimum 2 years commercial experience in software testing, including automation
* Proficient in manual & automated testing, especially for desktop applications in VB.Net
* Experience with UI automation tools (like SikuliX)
* Hands on experience with setting up and using CI/CD pipelines (GitLab preferred)
* Strong debugging skills, including firmware/software level work
* Good experience working in Agile development environments
* Excellent written & verbal communication; strong documentation skills
Note: All applicants must be able to work in the UK without VISA Sponsorship. Please apply to find out more.
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