QA Test Engineer – Linux

Advertised by Softweb Resourcing

Location
M60, Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary
£35,000 - £40,000 a year
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Engineering
Posted
30 October 2026
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Job description

We’re looking for a QA Test Engineer with good Linux experience to join a team developing a new Linux Agent for a leading business platform. You’ll work closely with Software Development and DevOps teams, combining hands-on testing with building test automation.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of testing a new product, investigate complex technical issues and help shape QA processes within a growing engineering environment.


Key Responsibilities
 

  • Lead functional, integration and regression testing of the Linux Agent

  • Design test plans and investigate software defects

  • Work with Development and DevOps to build test automation

  • Maintain and troubleshoot Linux and Windows test environments
     

Requirements
 

  • Strong practical Linux knowledge

  • Experience in software QA and defect investigation

  • Understanding of test planning and execution

  • Ability to configure and troubleshoot operating systems

  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills


Desirable: Python scripting, test automation frameworks and CI/CD experience.


What's on Offer?
 

  • Ownership of a new Linux testing project

  • Exposure to test automation and DevOps

  • Opportunity to grow into wider QA responsibilities

  • £35k - £40k DOE + chance to learn automation
     

Sound like your kind of challenge? Apply now for immediate consideration or for a chat. 

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