Overview
Hamiltonian Dynamics works across Defence and Cyber Security, delivering high‑assurance software systems for critical environments. We’re looking for Test Engineers to ensure the quality, reliability, and security of our platforms and applications.
Responsibilities
* Design and execute manual and automated tests across complex systems.
* Build and maintain test frameworks and automation suites.
* Carry out exploratory testing to identify risk and edge cases.
* Work closely with engineers to improve testability and quality.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of testing practices and tooling.
Qualifications
* Strong testing fundamentals, curiosity and pragmatic mindset.
* Experience or willingness to learn at least one of the following:
* Programming or scripting in Java, Python, JavaScript or TypeScript.
* Testing web applications built with Angular, React or Vue.
* Automated testing tools such as Robot Framework, Cypress or Cucumber.
* Experience creating or extending test frameworks.
* Exploratory and risk‑based testing techniques.
* Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes and cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure).
* Exposure to modern stacks such as MERN, Elasticsearch or Neo4J.
Security & Location Requirements
* UK citizen with at least 10 years UK residency.
* Must already hold high‑level UK security clearance.
* Willing to travel to customer sites in Manchester.
Benefits
* Salary band: £40,000‑85,000, depending on experience (special consideration for suitable candidates beyond this range).
* 10% clearance bonus.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Buy or sell up to 5 days leave per year.
* 8% employer pension contribution.
* BUPA health cover.
* Life cover of 4× salary.
* EV car scheme via salary sacrifice.
* EMI share scheme.
* Flexible working and flexi‑time.
* 10 days per year training allowance.
Every employee has an individual training and career development plan. We recognise that everyone learns differently and we actively support long‑term growth.
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