TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain a year of hands-on experience as a Test Software Engineer on real-world projects.
- Earn a salary of £26,228 per year.
- Study a degree in Security, Computer Communication and Networks, Computer & Network Technology, or Cyber Security.
- Work a hybrid schedule in Edinburgh.
- Potential to secure a place on the Graduate Development Programme upon successful completion.
About the Role
This is a one-year industrial placement where you will gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects.
What You'll Do
- Develop skills to create software for test solutions across a varied product portfolio.
- Explore stages of the development lifecycle, including requirements definition, implementation, integration testing, and delivery.
- Gain practical experience by working on development and production test solutions for internal and external customers.
- Enhance technical capability through on-the-job learning and formal training.
- Gain experience in software design lifecycle aspects: requirements analysis, design, coding, unit testing, hardware integration, acceptance testing, and customer delivery.
- Contribute to high-quality code, document work, manage configurations, and provide progress reports.
- Understand complex products by collaborating with Hardware and Firmware engineers to solve integration problems.
- Take an active role in engineering process improvement.
- Develop software solutions to control measurement instrumentation and automate testing.
What You'll Bring
- Currently studying for a Bachelor’s/Integrated Master’s degree, or higher degree (MSc or PhD).
- Acceptable degree disciplines include: Security, Computer Communication and Networks, Computer & Network Technology & Cyber Security.
- Self-motivated with a willingness to take on new challenges and drive personal development.
- Strong communication skills (written, verbal, digital).
- Ability to develop effective working relationships.
- Adaptable to changing demands.
- Ability to offer novel ideas for solving technical problems.
Security Clearance
Many roles are subject to UK Government Security requirements. Successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record declaration, and employment/education history verification for the previous five years. Additional National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply for more sensitive posts, generally requiring continuous UK residency for five years (ten for DV clearance).
Benefits
- Generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi-days per year.
- Award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Free access to mental health support and financial advice.
- Employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
- Up to £500 annually for flexible benefits (private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships, etc.).
Application Process
- Applications are open now.
- The placement is for one year.
- Hybrid working is available.
- The primary location is Edinburgh.