Senior Software Test & Validation Engineer
hace 7 días
Sandwich
Senior Software Test & Validation Engineer Southeast Kent £competitive, negotiable + generous bens Contact: Emily or Sammy at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS FOR UK SC SECURITY CLEARANCE. VISA SPONSORSHIP CANNOT BE OFFERED. This is a senior-level role within a growing technology company working on complex, safety-focused engineered products. With strong investment across engineering, this is the ideal time to join and shape how software testing is delivered across the organisation. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING Software Test Strategy & Process Ownership • Building and maintaining structured test environments for embedded and application software, • Creating validation & verification processes aligned to both new and evolving product requirements, • Translating requirements into clear test plans and acceptance criteria, • Testing firmware and software written in C, C++, C#/.NET, • Verifying changes, documenting results, raising issues and driving resolution, • Supporting analysis of defects and root-cause investigations, • Working within Agile-style teams — participating in planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, • Collaborating with electronics, mechanical and systems teams on integrated product testing, • Acting as a reference point for testing methods, tools and best practice Education & experience • Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related technical field, • Skilled across test design for C, C++, C# and .NET environments, • Experience with testing firmware on embedded hardware platforms, • Familiarity with tools such as Visual Studio, LabVIEW or similar test systems, • Understanding of structured methodologies, documentation and version control systems, • Exposure to safety-critical or high-reliability systems beneficial, • Highly organised, systematic approach, • Strong communicator, able to influence teams and improve processes, • High value engineering investment and expanding teams, • Very stable workforce and modern leadership, • Opportunity to own and shape the entire test approach – brand new role, • Strong engineering structure and excellent cross-team collaboration APPLY ONLINE NOW – INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD IMMEDIATELY! This role is being handled by Emily Powell and Sammy Messenger, Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical Specialists at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment. Not quite the right role but still looking? Whether you are entry-level or executive, our team of experienced recruitment specialists can help you advance your career. We are Kent’s leading independent consultancy, proud to deliver exceptional service to both candidates and clients. Find us on Facebook @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment and Instagram @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment. METPERM Apply today via Pearson Whiffin Recruitment with an up-to-date CV including entire career history.