Embedded Software Test Engineer (C) – Automated QA

VAT Vakuumventile AG; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

VAT Vakuumventile AG is seeking an Embedded Software Test Engineer (C) to develop, implement, and maintain automated testing solutions for embedded software. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure product quality across global projects.

You will design test strategies, create specifications, and drive process improvements using state‑of‑the‑art testing tools. Fluent English is essential, and German is a plus in our international environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or another relevant technical discipline.
• Several years of experience in embedded software testing.
• Hands‑on experience with testing and programming tools such as LabVIEW, LabVIEW CVI, C, C#, Visual Basic, Python, and SQL databases.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as EtherCAT, Ethernet, DeviceNet, or CC-Link.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills within international teams.
• Fluent in English; German is considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and execute software test strategies, plans, and test scenarios.
• Develop detailed test specifications in close collaboration with the software development team.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated software test systems, including both hardware and software components.
• Drive engineering excellence by improving testing processes, tools, and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Apply state-of-the-art testing technologies and methodologies to support project objectives.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and support troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional, multicultural, and globally distributed teams throughout the software development lifecycle.

Skills

Embedded software testing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

LabVIEW CVI

C

C#

Visual Basic

Python

SQL

Job description

VAT Vakuumventile AG is seeking an Embedded Software Test Engineer (C) to develop, implement, and maintain automated testing solutions for embedded software. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure product quality across global projects.

You will design test strategies, create specifications, and drive process improvements using state‑of‑the‑art testing tools. Fluent English is essential, and German is a plus in our international environment.