Contract Software Engineer - ATE

Job Title: Contract Software Test Developer - ATE

Location: Reading

Rate: £50 to £60 per hour

Employment Type: Contract

Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working - Typically 3 days on site and 2 from home but flexibility to work based on the task

We’re seeking a Contract Software Test Developer to design and build a brand‑new Automated Test Equipment (ATE) system from the ground up. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll architect the software, define the test strategy, and create the tooling that will underpin future validation and production test processes.

You’ll work closely with hardware, firmware, and systems teams to shape requirements and deliver a robust, scalable ATE solution.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement a new ATE system, including software, tooling, and test workflows.
• Develop automated test software using Python and C# or C/C++. ...