Software and Systems Test Coordination Engineer

Job Title: Software and Systems Test Coordination Engineer

Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire

Rate: 33.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or 25.26ph on a PAYE basis

Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2027)

Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week

Reference: J(phone number removed)

Position Description:

Duties:

This role (Software and systems test coordination engineer) is responsible for overseeing the overall testing status of the EVA25 programs.

While the role demands a high level of technical understanding, it is not hands-on testing role.

The successful candidate will ensure consistent adherence to established processes, effective utilisation of issue management tools and clear and transparent reporting to senior stakeholders.

Key aspects of this role involves the ability to drive and prioritise actions and process changes based on clear KPIs around testing management with stakeholders across the company.

Strong skills in developing metrics, dashboards and professional presentations are essential.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of software and systems testing processes and tools.
• Understanding of both agile and waterfall methodologies and specifically the testing aspects of these methodologies
• Ability to develop, interpret, and present metrics and KPI dashboards
• Solid understanding of software integration principles and dependencies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead discussions on complex or sensitive matters.
• High attention to detail and process discipline.
• Ability to identify areas of weakness and where help is needed.
• Experience working within structured project governance frameworks (e.g., PMO, programme teams).
• Ability to maintain and update issue registers and tracking systems with accuracy and rigour.
• Ability to facilitate regular issue review meetings, ensuring clear ownership and timely follow-up
• Understanding of JIRA and Tableau would be desirable, but not essential

Education:

Degree educated or equivalent experience Skills and Experience:

THIS POSITION IS CONFIRMED INSIDE IR35

Our Clients are unable to provide sponsorship for Visas; therefore, only candidates eligible to work in the UK need apply!

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