Software Test Engineer

Software Test Engineer

Posted Today by Polytec Personnel Ltd

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£50 Per hour
Outside
Hybrid
SG8, Royston, Hertfordshire
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C# (Programming Language) C++ (Programming Language) Computer Hardware Computer Science Database Programming Generic Programming Graphical User Interface Microsoft Windows Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Software Design Software Development Software Systems SQL (Programming Language) Technical Support Test Case Test Engineering USB Verification And Validation WCF/Web API Windows Forms

Summary: The Software Test Engineer role based in Royston involves supporting the development and validation of complex software systems. The position requires collaboration with product, development, and architecture teams to ensure high-quality software delivery. This is a 12-month contract with hybrid working options available. The role is classified as outside IR35 and offers a competitive hourly rate.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Gather, analyse and validate requirements with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Contribute to software design through reviews, prototyping and test case development
  • Produce test plans, QA documentation and test summary reports
  • Implement and maintain automated tests at unit, smoke and regression levels
  • Validate integrated software and hardware systems
  • Support development and technical support teams as required

Key Skills:

  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
  • Strong hands-on experience developing and testing commercial software
  • High-level proficiency in C#, C or C++ and XML
  • Solid knowledge of object-oriented programming and modern SDLC practices
  • Experience with some of the following is desirable: Windows Forms, WCF, WPF, SQL and database programming, Hardware interfaces (serial, network, USB), GUI development and performance optimisation
  • Strong communication skills with a proactive, results-driven approach

Salary (Rate): £50.15/hour

City: Royston

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Location: Royston (SG8)

Duration: 12-month contract initially with the potential to be extended

Hours: 9am - 5:30pm with hybrid working considered

Salary: £50.15 per hour outside IR35

Job Reference: 35960

Polytec are seeking an experienced Software Test Engineer to support the development and validation of complex software systems for our Royston based client. You will work closely with product, development, and architecture teams to ensure high-quality, reliable software delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Gather, analyse and validate requirements with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Contribute to software design through reviews, prototyping and test case development
  • Produce test plans, QA documentation and test summary reports
  • Implement and maintain automated tests at unit, smoke and regression levels
  • Validate integrated software and hardware systems
  • Support development and technical support teams as required

Requirements

  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
  • Strong hands-on experience developing and testing commercial software
  • High-level proficiency in C#, C or C++ and XML
  • Solid knowledge of object-oriented programming and modern SDLC practices
  • Experience with some of the following is desirable:
    • Windows Forms, WCF, WPF
    • SQL and database programming
    • Hardware interfaces (serial, network, USB)
    • GUI development and performance optimisation
  • Strong communication skills with a proactive, results-driven approach

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

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