Graduate Test Engineer

Salary: £25,000 - £32,000 per annum | Exceptional benefits - listed below | Derby - Onsite | Permanent

For this role, you will need to obtain SC (Security Check) clearance.

We're recruiting for a Graduate Test Engineer to join a growing and ambitious team at a pivotal stage in its journey.

Want to be part of a business that is disrupting the national security market? Our client is a fast-growing UK sovereign technology company delivering innovative encryption and secure communications solutions to some of the country's most demanding customers. Combining deep technical expertise with an agile, customer-focused approach, they are challenging the status quo and proving that world-class capability can come from a dynamic and ambitious SME.

What we're looking for:

We are looking for a technically curious and motivated individual with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a willingness to learn. Candidates should have a relevant degree, HND, apprenticeship or equivalent qualification, with a good understanding of TCP/IP, IP addressing, subnetting, switching, routing, VLANs, DHCP, DNS and basic network troubleshooting. Familiarity with Linux or Windows is required, while Python, Wireshark, networking certifications and software testing experience are desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

Execute functional, regression and integration testing.

Follow and contribute to the development of test plans and test procedures.

Accurately document test results and defect reports.

Assist with product validation and verification activities.

Investigate technical faults and work closely with software and hardware engineers.

Support the setup, configuration and maintenance of laboratory test environments.

Assist with customer demonstrations and product evaluations.

Develop practical knowledge of IP networking and network security technologies.

Support troubleshooting and fault investigation across integrated systems.

What's on offer:

25 days annual leave

Company pension

4x Death in service

EV car scheme

Benefit platform with high street discounts

If you have the experience we are looking for and you think you will succeed within this industry and role, apply today