Junior Software Test Engineer

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

At Smiths Detection, we make the world a safer place developing advanced technologies that detect weapons, explosives, narcotics, and harmful chemicals. We’re now expanding our software testing capability to support our CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear & Explosives) product portfolio.

We’re looking for a Junior Software Test Engineer to help ensure our software applications and embedded firmware meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

We are only considering candidates with up to two years of software testing experience and will not be progressing applicants who exceed this.

Day to day tasks will include:

• Execute manual and automated tests to verify functionality, usability, and performance.
• Identify, log, and track software defects — working closely with developers to resolve issues.
• Set up test environments and automation frameworks.
• Use Jira, TestRail, Bitbucket, Confluence, and Katalon Studio to manage test cases, documentation, and defects.
• Perform tests using scripting languages such as Python (e.g., for device simulators).
• Collaborate in Agile teams and contribute to continuous improvement of testing tools, processes, and methodologies.
• Support formal test readiness reviews and ensure software meets internal and external quality standards.

Whilst this is a hybrid role, expectations would be office based at least 3 days a week. 

About you:

• UK based, we are unable to provide sponsorship and this role will require you to obtain SC level clearance. 
• 1–2 years’ experience as a Software Test Engineer or QA Engineer
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience creating and executing test plans, cases, and scripts.
• Familiarity with Agile development and CI/CD environments.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Eligible to obtain UK SC (Security Check) Clearance.

Desirable:

• Experience testing embedded systems or firmware.
• Knowledge of Git or other version control systems.

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)