Software Test Engineer

At Smiths Detection we make the world a safer place developing advanced technologies that detect weapons, explosives, narcotics and harmful chemicals. We're now expanding our software testing capability to support our CBRNE (Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear & Explosives) product portfolio.

We're looking for a Software Test Engineer to help ensure our software applications and embedded firmware meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

• Execute manual and automated tests to verify functionality, usability and performance.
• Identify, log and track software defects working closely with developers to resolve issues.
• Set up test environments and automation frameworks.
• Use Jira, Test Rail, Bitbucket, Confluence and Katalon Studio to manage test cases, documentation and defects.
• Perform tests using scripting languages such as Python (e.g. for device simulators).
• Collaborate in Agile teams and contribute to continuous improvement of testing tools, processes and methodologies.
• Support formal test readiness reviews and ensure software meets internal and external quality standards.

Whilst this is a hybrid role expectations would be office based at least 3 days a week.

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools and best practices.
• Experience creating and executing test plans, cases and scripts.
• Familiarity with Agile development and CI/CD environments.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and communication skills.
• Eligible to obtain UK SC (Security Check) Clearance.

• 12 years experience as a Software Test Engineer or QA Engineer.
• Experience testing embedded systems or firmware.
• Knowledge of Git or other version control systems.

We offer

Join us and we will help build your career with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business both locally and globally. You'll experience an inclusive environment with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You'll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world‑leader with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate, support and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation, including but not limited to interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our careers website (Careers – Smiths Group plc).

Remote Work:
No

Employment Type:

Full-time

• Continuous Integration
• APIs
• Jenkins
• Junit
• Quality Assurance
• Agile
• Testng
• Software Testing
• Java
• Test Automation
• Cucumber
• Selenium

Experience:

years

Vacancy: 1