Software Test Engineer

Hyra; Rheinland-Pfalz; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday and Christmas bonuses

Hybrid work options

Health management programmes

Pension scheme and workplace subsidies

Job summary

Hyra is seeking a technical professional in Germany to strengthen the QA framework for integrated hardware and software systems. You will design, implement and maintain automated tests and ensure high reliability through rigorous evaluation in lab and simulation environments.

The role requires experience with embedded systems and automotive tech, plus strong knowledge of automation tools and agile practices. Hybrid work options and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, mechatronics, electrical engineering or related field.
• Experience with embedded systems, automotive tech or safety-related control units is required.
• Familiarity with automation tools, protocols and diagnostic systems; knowledge of version control and agile work practices.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain and extend automated frameworks for hardware and software.
• Create specifications and scenarios from technical requirements.
• Perform manual and automated tests in lab and simulation environments.
• Analyze and document results with development teams.
• Contribute to ongoing quality assurance process improvements.

Skills

German (C1) proficiency

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in computer science, mechatronics or EE

Tools

Automation tools

Communication protocols

Diagnostic systems

Version control

Agile methodologies

Job description

An established defence technology business is looking for a technical professional to join the team and support the development of complex systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of integrated hardware and software solutions through rigorous evaluation processes. The role involves working within a collaborative environment that values technical precision and systematic problem-solving.

What you'll be doing

• Building, maintaining, and developing automated frameworks for both hardware and software.
• Creating detailed specifications and defining scenarios based on technical requirements.
• Performing manual and automated procedures within laboratory and simulation environments.
• Analysing and documenting results in close coordination with development teams.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of quality assurance methodologies.

What we're looking for

• A degree in computer science, mechatronics, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in embedded systems, automotive technology, or safety-related control units.
• Proficiency in modern automation tools, communication protocols, and diagnostic systems.
• Familiarity with development management tools, version control, and agile methodologies.
• Fluency in German (C1 level) and professional proficiency in English.

What's on offer

• Competitive compensation based on established industry collective agreements.
• Comprehensive benefits including holiday and Christmas bonuses.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working options.
• Professional development opportunities and health management programmes.
• Company pension scheme and additional workplace subsidies.