Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Software Test Engineer for a contract position in Stevenage. This role is integral in designing and developing test equipment software for cutting-edge missile systems and sub-components. Our client''s dynamic and innovative team across Europe drives advancements in defence technology.Key Responsibilities:Designing and developing test equipment software for complex missile systems and sub-componentsCollaborating with various teams and stakeholders across the organisation to deliver test software capabilities from early concepts to productionExperimenting with new technologies and implementations to meet evolving customer requirementsImplementing changes to improve software development practices both within the test software domain and the broader software communityEmbracing agile methodologies to deliver value and achieve a real sense of accomplishmentEngaging with test equipment and electronic circuitry in a software engineering office/lab environmentJob Requirements:Experience in software engineering for the development of test solutionsProficiency in writing software in C/C++; familiarity with scripting languages is an advantageExperience working within an agile development teamUnderstanding of creating high-quality software and supporting quality practicesFamiliarity with automation, continuous integration, and DevOps principles and practicesKnowledge of electronics measurement and debugging ..... full job details .....