Software & Systems Test Engineer

Job Title: Software & Systems Test Engineer

Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire

Rate: £33.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £25.26ph PAYE

Employment Type: Contract (31.3.26)

Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week

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Job Description:

Duties:

This role (Software and Systems Testing Process) is focused on ensuring the New Vehicle Programs Systems and Software Testing is occurring with the correct amount of pace. This is done through ensuring high-quality software integration by driving process adherence, KPI tracking and continuous improvement.

They oversee testing activities, monitor performance against targets through measurement dashboards and optimise workflows to reduce risks and defects. Acting as a key link between development teams and reporting out the overall status, they promote best practices and deliver reliable, compliant solutions.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of process management and continuous improvement frameworks.
• Proficiency in KPI tracking and reporting tools (e.g., JIRA, Tableau).
• Experience in process optimisation within software testing and integration.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Solid understanding of compliance and quality standards.
• Excellent organisational and documentation skills.
• Effective communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to interact and influence test engineers across the company.

Education:

• Degree educated or equivalent experience.

Additional Information:

This role is INSIDE IR35