Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a dedicated Automated Software Tester to join their team at their Cheltenham, Gloucestershire site. This is a permanent position with an emphasis on delivering scalable, supportable systems within a mission-focused environment. Key Responsibilities: Developing and executing automated software tests to ensure product quality Collaborating closely with development teams to understand requirements and functionalities Implementing continuous development and integration practices (CI/CD) Conducting functional and non-functional testing to validate product performance Writing and maintaining BASH scripts for automation tasks Monitoring and maintaining automated test environments, primarily on Linux systems Engaging with clients to gather feedback and improve testing processes Contributing to the ongoing development and refinement of testing procedures Job Requirements: The successful applicant should have experience in some or all of the following areas: Software testing with a focus on automation (e.g. Jenkins, Ansible) Continuous Development / Continuous Integration (CI/CD) Functional and non-functional testing BASH scripting Linux systems Holding an active or recently active DV clearance Desirable Experience: Experience working in a software development team Knowledge of software development processes Understanding of containerisation technologies Familiarity with GitLab Network-focused software development Benefits: Opportunity to work on mission-focused projects Continuous personal development with dedicated time for training Collaborative and supportive work environment Be part of a friendly community of like-minded colleagues First-hand experience of the impact of your work If you are an enthusiastic Automated Software Tester looking for an exciting opportunity in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.