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Graduate Software Test Engineer - RedTech Recruitment

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Cambridge, United kingdom

Junior

Full Time

26-01-2026

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Communication Python Java JavaScript C# Go Test Problem-solving Networking Research Attention to detail Linux Operating Systems Windows Regression Programming Analytical Skills Agile Recruitment C++ Mathematics

Job Specifications

Graduate Software Test Engineer

A brilliant opportunity for a Graduate Software Test Engineer to work for a fast-growing company that develops industry-leading communication software and hardware. Offering a very unique opportunity to see the products you test being used on the live stage in broadcast and critical communications including mission-control space travel! This role has been highlighted as being well suited to a Mathematics or Physics graduate, with some programming knowledge, who loves problem-solving and has a methodical approach to work. We also welcome applications from experienced test engineers.

Location: Village location near Cambridge – having the ability to drive would be an advantage, however, there is a shuttle bus from the rail station

Salary: £31,000 for a Graduate, more for experienced + competitive plus 8% pension, healthcare etc.

Requirements for Graduate Software Test Engineer:

Educated to degree level or equivalent in a STEM subject such as Maths, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering – due to the analytical requirements for this role people from Physics or Mathematics backgrounds tend to do very well
Good prgoramming knowledge in Python
Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail – you noticed the typo above and it bugged you
Experience testing code
A love of problem-solving
Positive, can-do mentality and a team player
You are not set on being a ‘Software Developer’ and love the idea of a highly technical, problem-solving role
Any experience in the following is beneficial: IP networking, scripting experience, use of multiple operating systems (Linux, Mac OS X, Windows)

Responsibilities for Graduate Software Test Engineer:

Writing automation tests using Python
Validating the product ensuring it meets the requirements specification.
Validating delivered User Stories and Bug fixes
Writing and running Test Cases and Test Plans
Running regression tests to verify functional and system integrity
Supporting the development team by replicating field issues
Reporting issues via the bug-tracking tool
Participating in developing testing strategies
Working within Agile development teams

Why would you apply?

Excellent working environment, a truly collaborative team
An incredible employer who really values their staff, proven by a very high staff retention rate
Benefits include 8% pension, private healthcare, and flexible working
Learning opportunities and mentoring support from a highly experienced team

Applications:

If you would like to enquire about this unique Graduate Test Engineer opportunity we would love to hear from you. Please send an up-to-date CV via the relevant link.

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RedTech Recruitment Ltd focuses on finding roles for Engineers and Scientists leaving academia entering industry. Even if the above role isn’t of interest, please visit our website to see out other opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at RedTech. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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