Software Test EngineerSalary: Circa £42,000–£50,000 depending on experienceStevenage or Bristol – hybrid working: 3-4 days per week on-site Take ownership of software testing for complex defence simulation systems, shaping integration and validation processes that ensure high-quality outcomes.You will be well-rewarded at this established defence company that produces military weapons systems with bonuses, annual salary reviews, paid overtime and so forth.You will ensure the quality, functionality and performance of advanced simulation systems.The RolePlan, conduct and report end-to-end software testing and proving for simulation productLead technical investigations into software defects and emergent behavioursSupport software integration, trials and demonstrations with engineering partnersAnalyse logs and data to demonstrate compliance with requirementsAbout YouYou must hold British Citizenship due to security clearance requirementsExperience in systems proving, functional or software testing, or verification and validationSoftware testing experience working on productsKnowledge of Agile Scrum methodologiesFamiliarity with GitLab, Jenkins, Python scripting, JIRA, IBM PLM/ALM/ETM/DoorsUnderstanding of software test automation, CI/CD pipelines, and simulation/emulation environmentsISTQB Software Testing CertificationsWhy this role? Exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of technological innovationSupportive work environment with a clear path for development and progressionFinancial benefits, such as paid overtime and annual bonusesFlexible working arrangements and 25 days holiday plus bank holidaysExcellent site facilities, including subsidised meals, free parking, etc.Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to British Citizens. Applicants who meet this criterion will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.This is a permanent position.