Test Developer

DEIF; Silkeborg; Hybrid; DKK 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Access to satellite offices

In-house canteen

Fitness breaks

Social events

Job summary

DEIF in Denmark is seeking a Test Developer for their R&D Software department to design and maintain test infrastructure and automation solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with software developers and hardware engineers to implement test scripts and enhance validation workflows. Applicants should have experience in embedded system testing and test automation, along with proficiency in C/C++ and Python. Flexible work arrangements are offered, supporting work-life balance in a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hands-on experience with test automation.
• Ability to collaborate across software and hardware teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and structured approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain test infrastructure and switchboard systems.
• Develop automated test frameworks and scripts.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Drive transition from manual to automated validation.
• Troubleshoot test environments and improve stability.
• Collaborate across software and hardware teams.

Skills

Embedded system testing

Test automation using Pytest

Proficiency in C/C++

Proficiency in Python

CI/CD pipelines

AI-supported development

Job description

About The Job

As a Test Developer in DEIF’s R&D Software department, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining test infrastructure and automation solutions for our embedded controller platform.

You will work closely with software developers, hardware engineers, and quality specialists to ensure efficient and reliable validation across projects.

As part of our engineering environment, you will also work with modern development practices and AI‑supported tools such as GitHub Copilot. These tools are used to support implementation of test scripts, infrastructure configuration, documentation, and continuous improvement of validation workflows, while maintaining strong quality, review, and security standards.

“We see testing and automation as core engineering disciplines. By combining strong test infrastructure, CI/CD, and AI‑supported tools, we continuously improve quality and enable faster, more reliable development,” explains Department Manager, Simon Appelt Thomsen.

Working Tasks And Responsibilities

• Design and maintain test infrastructure and switchboard systems
• Develop automated test frameworks and scripts
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Drive transition from manual to automated validation
• Use AI‑assisted tools such as GitHub Copilot for scripting, test design, and documentation
• Troubleshoot test environments and improve stability
• Collaborate across software and hardware teams
• Improve processes, scalability, and reliability

Work Location

DEIF’s headquarters is in Skive. To attract the right candidate, we are open to offering the option to work from our satellite offices in Aalborg, Silkeborg, or Odense.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a dedicated engineer with strong problem‑solving skills and a structured approach to work. You thrive both when working independently and as part of a team, and you enjoy collaborating across functions in a high‑tech environment.

In Addition, You Bring

• Experience with embedded system testing
• 2–3 years of hands‑on experience with test automation, preferably using tools such as Pytest
• Proficiency in C/C++ and/or Python
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
• An interest in AI‑supported development (e.g., GitHub Copilot)
• The ability to use AI tools responsibly in line with engineering standards

Why join DEIF?

At DEIF A/S you’ll be part of a family‑owned company with strong values and a culture built on trust, openness, and collaboration. You’ll experience a professional and highly engaged working environment, where we’re curious about each other’s perspectives and encourage respectful, honest dialogue that drives growth. Our strength lies in responsibility, teamwork, and the courage to innovate – that’s what drives us forward.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements, including home office days and access to satellite offices in Odense, Aalborg, and Silkeborg
• The opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies in state‑of‑the‑art facilities
• Modern development setup with CI/CD and automation
• A strong engineering culture using AI‑supported tooling
• In‑house canteen and physiotherapist at our headquarters
• Fitness breaks, social events, and much more supporting your wellbeing.