SW Test Engineer

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in the Internet of Things, contributing to trusted data security for leading global companies?

Join our international R&D organization within the Secure Connected Edge business unit as a Test Engineer (m/f/d) in the Trust Provisioning (TP) department. You will work on cutting‑edge software and system solutions enabling advanced security features for microchips and platforms used in IoT, automotive, and secure identification applications.

Working closely with global teams across Hamburg, Brno, and Graz, and tightly integrated with NXP’s worldwide production centers, you will play a key role in ensuring our software solutions meet the highest quality, security, and production‑readiness standards.

Responsibilities

• Define test strategy, plans, and risk-based scopes aligned with requirements and release cycles

• Design and execute manual and automated backend tests (functional, integration, system and regression), partially within a Kubernetes‑based containerized environment

• Manage defects end‑to‑end, including root‑cause analysis and validation of fixes in close collaboration with development teams

• Perform non‑functional testing (performance, reliability, basic security and proactively assess quality and delivery risks

• Integrate and maintain automated tests within Jenkins‑based CI/CD pipelines

• Collaborate cross‑functionally to improve testability, quality, and processes

• Manage, configure and maintain test environments used across multiple development teams

Hard Skills

• Strong foundation in software testing principles, including test design techniques, regression testing strategies, risk‑based testing, and defect lifecycle management

• Hands‑on experience in both manual testing and test automation

• Proficient in C# with solid experience using NUnit, scripting skills in Python, Batch and PowerShell

• Experience with messaging and streaming technologies such as NATS, NATS JetStream, and Kafka is an advantage

• Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines and related tooling, including Jenkins (must‑have), Git, Bitbucket, and Maven, ideally within containerized environments (Kubernetes, Docker)

• Experience in embedded software development and familiarity with FPGA‑based systems is a plus

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with clear defect reporting and test documentation

• Experience working in agile, distributed cross‑functional teams is an advantage

• Fluent written and spoken English communication skills

Required Degree

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or comparable practical experience

“What can you expect?

📝 Contract Type
This role is offered as a full‑time position with a permanent contract, providing long‑term stability and room for growth.

📚 Development Opportunities
We believe that growing our people is key to growing our business. That’s why we offer a mix of online and offline learning opportunities to help you sharpen both your technical and soft skills.

📝 Compensation Summary:

Attractive market salary is accompanied by the bonus plan (payment twice a year), long-term incentive plan and dividends processing, opportunity to purchase company shares at a 15% discount, lunch allowance, additional vacation days, sickness support, sick days, weekend bank holiday recovery days, pension and well-being support, flexible work hours, home office, team-buildings, and much more. Salaries are being reviewed each year, and market changes are closely observed.

We believe in providing a holistic and supportive work environment, and we would be happy to share more details during our face-to-face discussions.

🏢 Our Offices

Located in Brno we have a modern office with a fresh design, cozy rooms, and an in-house cafeteria.

🚀 Hiring Process
Applying is quick and easy – just fill out the online form and upload your CV.
If your profile matches, you’ll have a short phone or video call with our technical team. If successful, you’ll get a chance to ask HR anything you need. We respond fast — unless we’re on vacation 😊.

🌟 And More... Life at NXP
Work is important, but so is everything around it. We start our days with free coffee and friendly chats. You can look forward to fresh fruit days, ice cream breaks, and even bake fairs.
We also organize social events like Christmas parties, family days, and food festivals. Want to give back? Join our charity initiatives and help us make a difference.

What’s next

Candidates are invited to apply on our career page with the resume and motivation letter in English for one or several open jobs at the same time.

The candidate may submit the CV for more than 1 open position.

At the application stage, all candidates should have a valid visa and work permit to work in Czech Republic.

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we kindly invite you to apply!

Please note: The successful candidate may/will be responsible for security related tasks. The assignment may/will be in scope of security certifications, therefore a conscious and reliable way of working is necessary.”

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