Software Test Engineer (Junior to Mid-Level)

Job Title: Software Test Engineer (Junior to Mid-Level)
Contract Type: 12-Month Contract
Location: Munich, Germany – Onsite, 5 Days per Week
Start Date: August 2025

 

We are seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Software Test Engineer to support our client on a full-time 12-month onsite contract in Munich. You’ll work directly at the client’s R&D facility, contributing to the validation of embedded software and hardware systems. This hands-on role is perfect for engineers with a passion for testing, automation, and working at the interface of hardware and software.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and execute automated and manual test cases for embedded and hardware systems
• Create test scripts using LabVIEW and Python
• Operate and maintain test benches with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, etc.)
• Perform functional, performance, and reliability testing of embedded products
• Investigate and document software/hardware issues, and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve them
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test infrastructure and processes
• Maintain clear and structured documentation of test plans, results, and defect tracking

Skills & Experience:

• 1–4 years of experience in software/hardware testing or embedded systems validation
• Solid working knowledge of Python and LabVIEW for test scripting
• Hands-on experience working on a test bench with embedded or hardware-based products
• Familiarity with embedded systems, microcontrollers, or hardware interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C)
• Strong analytical and debugging skills
• Ability to work full-time onsite in Munich
• Team-oriented with good communication and documentation skills

Desirable (Nice to Have):

• Experience with test automation frameworks or data acquisition systems
• Exposure to version control tools (e.g. Git)
• Understanding of firmware development and debugging
• Previous experience in the automotive, semiconductor, or electronics industry

What’s on Offer:

• 12-month engagement at a leading technology company
• Full-time, onsite role in Munich with access to cutting-edge lab facilities
• Work within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment