Junior Software Test EngineerCompetitive Salary & Benefits Package
Hampshire, UK
On-site
Permanent

We are looking for a Junior Software Test Engineer to join an innovative engineering business developing advanced technology solutions for global customers. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate or early-career engineer looking to build a career in software testing and system validation within a highly collaborative engineering environment.

Working alongside experienced Software, Hardware and Firmware Engineers, you will play a key role in validating cutting-edge products through both manual and automated testing, helping to ensure systems perform reliably in both laboratory and real-world environments.

This role would suit someone with a passion for software quality, problem-solving and continuous learning who is keen to develop their technical skills within a supportive engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts.

• Execute manual and automated software and system validation activities.

• Analyse system requirements and create comprehensive test plans and test cases.

• Investigate, document and help resolve software and system issues.

• Work closely with Software, Hardware and Firmware Engineers throughout the product development lifecycle.

• Support integration and validation testing of complex engineering systems.

• Participate in field trials and evaluate system performance in operational environments.

• Produce clear and accurate test documentation and validation reports.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and automation capabilities.

Key Skills

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or another relevant engineering or scientific discipline.

• Understanding of software testing principles and system validation.

• Knowledge of one or more programming languages such as:

  • C#

  • C++

  • Python

  • JavaScript

  • TypeScript

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

• Enthusiastic attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience developing automated test scripts or test frameworks.

• Knowledge of software validation methodologies.

• Exposure to embedded systems or hardware/software integration testing.

• Familiarity with version control tools such as Git.

• Understanding of Agile development methodologies.

• Experience using defect tracking or test management tools.

• Flexibility and willingness to travel occasionally for customer-site support or field trials.

What you get in return:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Permanent, full-time employment.

• Structured training and mentoring from experienced engineers.

• Opportunity to work on innovative, cutting-edge engineering projects.

• Career progression within a growing engineering business.

• Collaborative and supportive working environment.

• Ongoing professional development and technical training.

This company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Interested?

Please submit your CV to Maria Vasileva at DCS Engineering via the link provided. Alternatively, email