Role & seniority: Software Test Engineer, mid-level, permanent

Stack/tools: manual and automated testing across web, mobile, and API systems; RESTful APIs; CI/CD pipelines; test case management and defect tracking; embedded software testing; optional exposure to Appium, Docker, and general documentation

Top 3 responsibilities

Execute functional, regression, exploratory, and stress testing across web, mobile, API, and embedded components
Create/maintain test cases, plans, and supporting documentation; log and track defects to resolution
Collaborate with developers and product teams; support continuous testing improvements and CI/CD integration

Must-have skills

Commercial software testing/QA experience
Testing web applications and APIs; strong attention to detail
Familiarity with test case management and defect tracking; understanding of Agile practices; good communication

Nice-to-haves

Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Appium or similar)
Android and/or iOS testing experience; basic unit testing
Knowledge of Docker or containerised environments; ability to contribute to technical/quality docs
Location & work type: Coventry, hybrid (2–3 days onsite per week); permanent role; UK right to work (British Citizenship or ILR, no sponsorship)

Full Description

Software Test Engineer

Location: Coventry (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE) + benefits

Employment Type: Permanent

Right to Work: UK only - must hold British Citizenship or ILR (no sponsorship available)

About the Role

A growing UK technology business is seeking a Software Test Engineer to support the quality and reliability of its digital products. This is a hands-on, mid-level position, ideal for someone looking to continue developing their testing skills across a varied technical environment. You'll be part of a collaborative engineering team, contributing to testing activities across web applications, mobile apps, APIs, and embedded software, ensuring releases meet defined quality standards.

What You'll Be Doing

Performing manual and automated testing across web, mobile, and API-based systems Creating and maintaining test cases, test plans, and supporting documentation Executing functional, regression, exploratory, and stress testing Testing RESTful APIs and backend services Supporting test execution within CI/CD pipelines Logging, tracking, and validating defects through to resolution Working closely with developers and product teams to clarify requirements Assisting with continuous improvements to testing tools and processes Supporting testing of embedded software where required

What We're Looking For

Commercial experience in a software testing or QA role Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills Experience testing web applications and APIs Familiarity with test case management and defect tracking tools Understanding of Agile development and testing practices Confident communicator, able to work with technical and non-technical teams

Nice to Have

Exposure to test automation tools (e.g. Appium or similar) Experience testing Android and/or iOS applications Basic unit testing knowledge Awareness of containerised environments such as Docker Experience contributing to technical or quality documentation

What's on Offer

Salary of £40,000 - £45,000, depending on experience Hybrid working model with a Coventry office base Pension scheme and private healthcare 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Share scheme and employee discount programmes Supportive team environment with learning and progression opportunities Desired Skills and Experience

Software Test Engineer Location: Coventry (Hybrid - 2 days onsite)