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Contract Software Engineer (Test)

Contract Software Engineer (Test)

Hybrid

Luton, United kingdom

£ 72 /year

Freelance

13-02-2026

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Skills

Communication Python Test Test Automation Regression Testing Agile methodologies Problem-solving Regression Autonomy Software Development Agile SDLC Recruitment C++ Embedded Systems

Job Specifications

Contract Software Engineer (Test)

Location: Luton (Hybrid: up to 4 days on-site, 1 day remote)
Contract: 12 months - Inside IR35
Day Rate: £72ph

About the Role

We are recruitment experienced Software Test Engineers to support our Electronic Warfare line of business, that can work with minimal supervision to deliver current and future programs. This role provides an opportunity to work on the latest defence technology within a mature development environment.

What You’ll Do

· Create test cases, test procedures and automated test scripts for embedded systems.

· Perform integration, system, and regression testing on mission-critical software.

· Collaborate with developers and systems engineers to identify defects and drive resolution.

· Analyse test results, produce detailed reports, and provide recommendations for improvements.

· Ensure compliance with company standards and internal processes.

What We’re Looking For

· ISTQB Foundation level knowledge

· Strong background in testing complex real-time embedded systems.

· Proficiency in test automation frameworks and scripting languages (e.g., Python, C++, or similar).

· Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Desirable:

· Defence or Electronic Warfare domain experience.

· RTCA-DO178C

Why This Contract?

· Immediate start (subject to on-boarding and SC Clearance).

· Hybrid working model for flexibility (4 days on-site, 1 day remote).

· Opportunity to work on innovative defence technology with a high degree of autonomy.

· Long-term project with strong potential for extension.

About the Company

CBSbutler is a multi-award winning recruitment firm specialising in technical appointments across global industries. The company has won no less than 20 major business awards over the last decade and notably, ‘Best Engineering’ category in the ‘Recruiter Awards for Excellence’ on 6 separate occasions. The company has been consistently listed in the Recruiter Hot 100, together with Best Companies 3* rating for employee engagement. Moreover, the company ranked #24 in the 2016 Sunday Times ‘Best Small Companies to work for’... Know more