<div><strong>We’re building the UKs next generation engineering powerhouse, providing critical technology that strengthens national security and resilience.</strong><br /> <br />At Rowden, we design and integrate advanced systems and products that sense, connect, and protect data in challenging environments where quick decisions are vital. Our solutions use intelligent automation to enhance speed and efficiency and are built to be reliable and straightforward for critical operations in remote or high-pressure settings. <br /><br /></div><div>Headquartered in Bristol (UK), we combine modern engineering methods with cutting-edge commercial technology to create adaptable, mission-critical systems. We focus on solving the tough challenges that others overlook, ensuring our customers can operate effectively in an ever-changing world. <br /><br /></div><div>We’re growing our team and are looking for a Software Test Engineer to work with a high level of independence to drive best practices and elevate product and process quality across our project teams. <br /><br /></div><div>You will work primarily on Rowden’s innovative product portfolio but have opportunities to also support a diverse range of projects such as bespoke mobile applications, server-side configuration management platforms, geospatial tools and custom provisioning tools. These will often include hardware components in the systems under test, and you will use your aptitude and experience beyond working with pure software systems to deliver excellent outcomes.  <br /><br /></div><div>Pace matters. In 2024, we delivered our first full-stack hardware product to end users, from concept through to mass production, in just eight months. That included industrial design, embedded software, cloud integration, and rigorous testing across operational environments. This is the kind of momentum we’re building on, and the kind of impact you’ll help drive. You will play a pivotal role in delivering our next generation of critical technologies that bridge the gap between frontline operators and the commercial advancements they need to succeed.  </div><div><br />This is a hybrid role, with an average of 3 days a week in our Bristol offices. There will be occasional on-site support to customers during ‘testing’ days and provide hands-on support through acceptance and release phases. </div> <h2> What you’ll do  </h2> <ul><li>Provide support across all aspects of software and system testing within a defined project or product scope whilst aligning to business-wide strategy, planning, execution, process, and tools. </li><li>Champion and implement best practices to enhance testing strategies and quality across projects, particularly where they require higher levels of assurance or present greater risk. </li><li>Integrate seamlessly into development teams, actively engaging in agile ceremonies and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure requirements are understood and testable. </li><li>Influence test strategy across complex, multi-disciplinary projects, including those involving hardware, distributed, connected and embedded systems. </li><li>Design, execute, and manage test plans and test cases, including defect triage and comprehensive reporting of testing outcomes. </li><li>Support the adoption and evolution of automated testing, ensuring automation is embedded in project delivery and that scripting (e.g., Python, bash, Kotlin) is used effectively to support robust, scalable test solutions. </li><li>Provide support through acceptance, release, and deployment phases, acting as a trusted adviser to ensure seamless delivery and successful outcomes. </li></ul> <h2> Working at Rowden </h2> <div>We are committed to building a flexible, inclusive, and enabling company. Our aim is to create a diverse team of talented people with unique skills, experience, and backgrounds, so please apply and come as you are!</div><div> </div><div>We also recognise the importance of flexible working and support this wherever we can. We typically operate a flexible, hybrid-working model, with an average 3 days in the office each week (dependent on the role). We welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility, part-time working requirements and/or workplace adjustments with all our applicants.</div><div> </div><div>Rowden is a Disability Confident Committed company, and we actively encourage people with disabilities and health conditions to apply for our roles. Please let us know your requirements early on so that we can make sure you have everything you need up front to help make the recruitment process and experience as easy as possible.</div><div> </div><div>Finally, if you feel that you don’t meet all the criteria included above but have transferable skills and relevant experience, we’d still love to hear from you!</div>

Rowden Technologies

Software Test Engineer Engineering

Rowden Technologies

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