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Software Development Engineer in Test Apprentice
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Software Development Engineer in Test Apprentice
Location: Peterborough or London
Curious about what’s next?
So are we. Join Compare the Market as a Software Development Engineer in Test Apprentice (SDET) and help to make financial decision making a breeze for millions.
At Compare the Market, we’re a purpose-driven business powered by tech and AI. We’re building high-performing, results-driven teams with the skills, mindset, and ambition to deliver outcomes at pace. Every role here plays a part in driving our mission forward, and we create an environment where you can bring your authentic self, grow a truly characterful career, and see the direct impact of your work on the lives of our customers.
We’ve carved a meerkat-shaped niche and we’re looking for ambitious, curious thinkers who thrive in a fast-moving, high-impact environment. If you love accountability, embrace challenge, and want to make a real difference, you’ll fit right in.
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What You’ll Be Doing
- Developing first class software engineering solutions.
- Work alongside team members to deliver features and champion a focus on quality.
- Spot inconsistencies and edge cases that could impact customers.
- Proactively question and challenge assumptions to improve test coverage and reliability.
- Working with agile methodologies and lean thinking methods.
- Presenting your findings and making recommendations to improve business performance.
- Contributing to the team by sharing knowledge, collaborating with ideas, and findings.
What We’re Looking For
- Not hold a similar qualification at the same level or higher within the same sector (Level 4/Degree).
- Be an active learner, both within your technical and professional areas of expertise, taking control of your own career development.
- Be naturally inquisitive and have a passion for technology.
- Have excellent communication skills with the drive to contribute to a team.
- Be highly logical with creative problem-solving skills.
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Why Compare the Market?
We’re a business built for pace and performance. Here, you’ll be encouraged to think differently, act boldly, and deliver brilliantly in a culture that values results and rewards progress.
We believe diverse teams make better decisions, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive.
If you’re ready to stretch yourself, raise the bar, and grow with a team that’s serious about performance, innovation, and purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
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