Software Test Engineer

Akkodis is a global engineering and technology consultancy delivering advanced digital and software solutions across a range of highly technical industries. We are currently looking for a Software Test Engineer to support the integration, verification, and validation of complex distributed software systems.

This is a hands‑on engineering role working closely with software developers, architects, and project teams within a collaborative Agile environment. The position will suit someone with strong Linux experience, a background in software testing and integration, and exposure to modern Dev Ops and containerisation practices.

• Integrate and validate complex software components within distributed systems
• Develop and execute software verification and test activities
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues on Linux‑based platforms
• Deploy and manage containerised applications using Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes
• Support CI/CD activities and contribute to build pipelines using Jenkins or Git runners
• Create and maintain automated tests, scripts, and technical documentation
• Work collaboratively across software, systems, and project engineering teams
• Support continuous improvement and modern software delivery practices

• Experienced in software testing, integration, or software engineering
• Experience testing distributed software systems in Linux environments
• Strong scripting and automation experience
• Hands‑on experience with container technologies
• Experience with unit testing and wider system/software verification activities
• Exposure to Agile delivery methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe
• Familiarity with configuration management and task management tools such as Bitbucket, Artifactory, and JIRA

• Java, C++, and Python
• Linux OS and Linux scripting (Bash/Shell/Python)
• Docker, Podman, and/or Kubernetes
• CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices
• Jenkins or Git runners
• Understanding of distributed software architectures
• Automated testing and software quality practices
• Awareness of virtualisation technologies
• GPU programming awareness (CUDA, HIP, OpenCL)

Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent commercial experience.

If you are interested in working on complex software systems within a technically advanced engineering environment, apply now for immediate consideration.