Software Test EngineerEmployment Type: Full-timeLocation: North LondonSalary: 45,000 - 55,000Employment Type: PermanentOpportunity OverviewA leading technology and engineering company specialising in defence systems is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join its growing software engineering team. This position plays a key role in building, testing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions that support a range of mission-critical products and services.This role would suit someone with a solid technical foundation, a collaborative approach, and a keen eye for detail who is looking to develop their skills within a complex engineering environment.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and test software to support core products and internal systemsProduce and maintain software build and test specificationsWork collaboratively across teams to improve the testability and quality of softwareLiaise with internal stakeholders, customers, and technical partners on software-related mattersContribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and practicesUndertake additional project or testing tasks as required by managementEssential Skills and ExperienceTechnical background with a strong understanding of the software engineering lifecycle, particularly test and integrationAt least 1 year of practical experience testing software for PCs running WindowsExperience writing test plans, specifications, and reportsKnowledge of scripting or programming languages to assist with automated testing