Location
South West England | United Kingdom
Job description
Test Engineer
Position Description
The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.
CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2023 and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a member not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.
Due to the secure nature of the project - All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (SC) level. Due to the secure access of systems, this position will require onsite attendance two to three days a week at offices in Reading or Leatherhead.
Your future duties and responsibilities
Since 2011, our system has been live across numerous sites worldwide, running on Windows Server 2008 and Microsoft SQL Server 2008. Now, we're embarking on a significant upgrade, and we need your expertise to ensure its success.
As a Tester, you'll play a crucial role in testing a new platform and a customized off-the-shelf software build, which will be hosted on modern versions of SQL Server. Not only that, but you'll also dive into testing a variety of hardware components.
This program unfolds in multiple phases. Initially, you'll focus on delivering the new platform and build in the first phase, followed by the integration of systems and applications in the second phase.
While much of your testing will be manual, you'll have ample opportunities to leverage automated testing tools developed by our team. Plus, you'll have the chance to contribute to the development of new automated testing processes. We're utilising Eggplant for test automation, and we've created an end-to-end support system for it.
• Test uplifted Deployed software
• Document test results
• Produce formal writeups of those results as required
• Assist with process improvements
Required qualifications to be successful in this role
• Testing Microsoft Windows Server
• Testing Microsoft SQL Server
• Formal Test Plan/Test Report writing
• Testing integration of Microsoft Office
• Test Automation
• Security Testing
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Insights you can act on While technology is at the heart of our clients’ digital transformation, we understand that people are at the heart of business success.
When you join CGI, you become a trusted advisor, collaborating with colleagues and clients to bring forward actionable insights that deliver meaningful and sustainable outcomes. We call our employees “members” because they are CGI shareholders and owners, and, as owners, we enjoy working and growing together to build a company we are proud of. This has been our Dream since 1976, and it has brought us to where we are today—one of the world’s largest independent providers of IT and business consulting services.
At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings. We strive to create a work culture where everyone belongs, and we collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities. As an equal opportunity employer, we empower all our members to succeed and grow. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will be happy to assist.
Ready to become part of our success story? Join CGI—where your ideas and actions make a difference.
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£33k - £46k per annum
