System Test Engineer

Join us as a System Test Engineer at Peregrine Resourcing.

Hybrid:
Poole, Dorset

At Peregrine, we find the best talent for our clients. As a permanent employee of Peregrine, with access to all our standard benefits, you will be deployed across our portfolio of clients as a specialist consultant, working on a wide array of complex projects across multiple industries.

We are currently seeking a System Test Engineer to join a collaborative and forward-thinking technology organisation delivering complex, integrated systems that support critical services and digital platforms.

Working as part of an established test function, you will contribute to all aspects of system testing across integrated environments. You will collaborate closely with development teams, solution architects, product owners, programme managers and, where appropriate, end users to ensure quality, stability and performance across system releases.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-driven testing professional who enjoys working across end-to-end systems and contributing to continuous improvement in testing standards and practices.

• Perform static testing of requirements, specifications and project documentation
• Write detailed test scenarios, test cases and supporting documentation
• Prepare and deploy systems for test execution
• Execute system, end-to-end and user acceptance tests
• Ensure testing standards and governance processes are adhered to
• Produce test plans, status reports and outcome reports
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to development and project delivery teams
• Schedule and coordinate test activities
• Maintain and manage test environments and equipment
• Maintain standardised test documentation and provide guidance on bespoke documentation where required
• Collaborate closely with Development, Programme Management and Design teams
• Support a service-oriented and customer-centric approach to delivery

• Proven experience in manual system testing, end-to-end testing and user acceptance testing
• Strong ability to create test scenarios, test cases and structured test plans
• Experience working with system and/or software testing tools and best practices
• Strong communication skills with the ability to provide clear feedback to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capability
• High attention to detail and passion for quality assurance
• Working knowledge of SQL
• Understanding of networking principles and associated protocols
• Experience working within V-Model and/or Agile testing methodologies
• Awareness of automated testing practices
• Knowledge of configuration management processes
• Experience using tools such as Test Rail and Jira
• Fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Additional qualifications in computing, engineering, mathematics, quality assurance or related technical disciplines

At Peregrine, we see beyond the immediate and look to the horizon. We build lasting, meaningful partnerships with our clients and deliver flexible solutions for every resourcing need, both now and in the future. Together, we help our clients engage, develop and harness the skills they need to achieve and grow the workforce they want. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits.

At Peregrine we embrace fresh ideas and love learning fast. Our solutions are trusted and established, giving us a strong foundation to build from. We value openness and honesty and support one another to succeed. We believe our work has a positive impact on society — from strengthening digital capability to supporting innovative infrastructure programmes.

At Peregrine, we are proudly committed to championing diversity and inclusion, with company-wide initiatives to drive greater social mobility and reduce our environmental impact. Our teams represent a broad range of cultures, backgrounds and experiences. We actively support our clients in building inclusive, high-performing teams.