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Software Test Engineer

Job Type
Contract/Temporary
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Salary
£41.10 - £55.00 per hour + PAYE or Umbrella
Job Ref
BBBH168362_1759499136
Date Added
October 3rd, 2025
Consultant
shelby agius

Carbon60 are currently looking for a Software Test Engineer to join a client of ours based in Newcastle on a 12 month contract.

As a Software Test Engineer, you will collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and other stakeholders to guarantee software quality at every stage of the development process.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Designing and executing automated and exploratory tests, particularly in RESTful API environments
- Contributing to the research, evaluation, and management of test automation frameworks
- Supporting Test Readiness and Verification Reviews
- Completing test phases independently and within a team environment
- Collaborating with partner teams to prepare and execute Integration and Acceptance Tests
- Adhering to rigorous engineering standards and contributing to Integration and Configuration Management plans

To excel in this role, you will need:

- Proven experience in Agile development
- Ability to support the Product Owner in defining acceptance criteria for user stories
- Proficiency in testing REST Architecture using Postman or Bruno
- Strong self-motivation and the ability to work well within a team environment
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality, cost, and schedule
- Confidence in interacting with internal and external stakeholders

Desirable skills include:

- Test Automation experience
- Awareness of compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative company that values its employees and fosters a collaborative, inclusive culture. If you are a talented Software Test Engineer who is passionate about delivering high-quality software solutions, we encourage you to apply today.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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