Software Test Engineer

Salary: £40,000 - 45,000 per year

• Proven experience in software testing across integration, regression, user acceptance, functional, non-functional, and performance testing; an ISTQB Foundation qualification or equivalent is desirable.
• Strong ability to evaluate requirements and translate them into comprehensive test scenarios, test cases, and execution plans.
• Experience identifying, investigating, documenting, and communicating defects, with proficient use of defect management and tracking tools.
• Sound technical knowledge of Windows environments, including Active Directory, and ability to use PowerShell and Command Prompt for test execution and troubleshooting.
• A diploma or degree in an engineering-related discipline is desirable.

• Design, develop, and execute test activities for complex systems.
• Support the full testing lifecycle, including defect management and reporting.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders on system acceptance.
• Use technical knowledge of Windows environments and scripting for test execution.
• Contribute to test planning with a proactive problem-solving approach.
• Work with testers, developers, and stakeholders to assure system quality, reliability, and performance, and ensure solutions meet business and user requirements.

• Active Directory
• ISTQB
• Support
• PowerShell
• Security
• Windows

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We are recruiting a Software Test Engineer to join one of the UKs largest defence and security organisations. The role is listed as on-site in Christchurch, Dorset, while the posting also describes it as based in Portsmouth. The salary is £40,000–£45,000, depending on experience. Our benefits include a 14% pension, 25 days holiday, and free shares. This opportunity offers scope to progress your career. The advertised services are provided by Gold Group as an agency and/or employment business.

last updated 41 week of 2026