Software Test Engineer Location- Bristol Clearance- Candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) Salary- Up to £57,000 The Opportunity: One of the leading companies in the UK’s security and defence space is looking for a talented and curious Software Verification/Validation Engineer to join their team, supporting the integrity and reliability of advanced weapon system software. You’ll be part of a close-knit, dynamic group responsible for the testing and verification of software that’s integral to high-performance systems used by the Royal Navy and Army. This is a role where effective verification directly influences system performance and evolves alongside new technologies. The Role: As a Software Test Engineer, you’ll work across the development process, from engaging with requirements to implementing automated tests on target systems. Collaborating with software developers, systems engineers, and test environment teams, you’ll gain a full system perspective while managing test suites, investigating failures, and contributing to continuous improvement. Essential Requirements: • Essential Requirements • Background in or strong interest in system software verification • Ability to work with a multidisciplinary engineering team, contributing from requirements to final integration and testing • Experience with or openness to learning new tools and techniques to improve testing efficiency Benefits: • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% • Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals and free car parking For more information, please apply below or contact me directly. Contact: 02077806706 Email: shay.campbellanson.mccade.com LinkedIn: Shay Campbell | LinkedIn Reference- AMC/SCA/STE Software Test Engineer