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Automated Software Tester - UKIC DV req'd
Reference: BHN586578
Job details
- Start date: ASAP
- Employment type: Permanent
- Date published: 1 May 2025
Job description
Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a dedicated Automated Software Tester to join their team at their Cheltenham, Gloucestershire site. This is a permanent position with an emphasis on delivering scalable, supportable systems within a mission-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing and executing automated software tests to ensure product quality
- Collaborating closely with development teams to understand requirements and functionalities
- Implementing continuous development and integration practices (CI/CD)
- Conducting functional and non-functional testing to validate product performance
- Writing and maintaining BASH scripts for automation tasks
- Monitoring and maintaining automated test environments, primarily on Linux systems
- Engaging with clients to gather feedback and improve testing processes
- Contributing to the ongoing development and refinement of testing procedures
Job Requirements:
The successful applicant should have experience in some or all of the following areas:
- Software testing with a focus on automation (e.g. Jenkins, Ansible)
- Continuous Development / Continuous Integration (CI/CD)
- Functional and non-functional testing
- BASH scripting
- Linux systems
- Holding an active or recently active DV clearance
Desirable Experience:
- Experience working in a software development team
- Knowledge of software development processes
- Understanding of containerisation technologies
- Familiarity with GitLab
- Network-focused software development
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work on mission-focused projects
- Continuous personal development with dedicated time for training
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Be part of a friendly community of like-minded colleagues
- First-hand experience of the impact of your work
If you are an enthusiastic Automated Software Tester looking for an exciting opportunity in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.
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