Software Engineer, Automation and Tooling, IAR

About Us

Ever wondered what powers the products people rely on every day? Chances are, we've helped build it.

Our software and development tools help build products used in cars, hospitals, factories, homes, and industries around the world. We help engineers solve complex challenges and create technology people can depend on.

Rooted in Nordic values and trusted by innovators worldwide, we combine deep technical expertise with a culture of curiosity, craftsmanship, and collaboration. With decades of engineering experience and a shared passion for technical excellence, we're helping shape the future of software and embedded development.

We take pride in building tools for people who build the world around us.

About The Role

IAR is part of Qt Group, operating as an independent business focused on embedded software development. We provide software development tools that help engineers develop, debug, test, and secure embedded software for products across automotive, industrial automation, medical technology, and other industries.

Our Test team works across IAR’s development organization to make software testing more efficient and reliable. We combine testing expertise with software engineering to build and maintain the tools, frameworks, and infrastructure used to test our products.

As a Software Engineer in the Test team, you’ll build and improve the tools, automation, and infrastructure behind our testing. You’ll work with established in-house solutions as well as newer technologies, learning how our existing systems work and finding better ways to solve problems over time. You’ll get to work across software engineering, test automation, and development infrastructure, with plenty of opportunities to learn along the way.

What You’ll Do

• Build and improve tools, test frameworks, and automation.
• Find ways to make testing easier, faster, and more reliable.
• Work with CI/CD and help make sure automated tests run smoothly as part of development.
• Work with builds and packaging across Windows and Linux.
• Get to know our existing tools and codebases and help us improve them over time.
• Work closely with Software Test Engineers and developers to understand problems and build solutions that help them test software effectively.

What You Bring to the Table

• Programming or scripting skills in Python, Ruby, or similar languages, gained through professional work, personal projects, open-source contributions, or other hands-on experience.
• Interest in and some hands-on experience with automation, developer tools, test tools, or similar software.
• Curiosity and willingness to work across different languages, tools, and codebases. You might come across anything from 25-year-old Perl to freshly written Python.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and tools such as Git or GitLab.
• Good communication skills in English.

Bonus Points For...

• Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks such as pytest, Squish, or similar.
• Familiarity with C++ software, embedded systems, compilers, debuggers, IDEs, CMake, or other development toolchains.
• Exposure to Windows and Linux environments, cloud technologies, containers, or build and packaging workflows.

Build What Matters. Grow Where It Matters.

We believe work should support your life, not the other way around. That's why our benefits are designed to be flexible, inclusive, and meaningful across every stage of your journey. From wellbeing and growth to celebrating life's big (and small) moments, we invest in what matters to you, wherever you are.

• Flexibility You Can Count On We offer hybrid working options and flexible hours, empowering you to balance your personal life and professional goals because life outside of work matters, too.
• Meaningful Wellbeing Support From mental health resources to physical wellness programs, we provide practical, accessible support tailored to local needs.
• Opportunities to Grow Whether through hands-on learning, mentorship, or international collaboration, we invest in your development so your career can grow in the direction you choose.
• Inclusive by Design You'll join a team that values different perspectives, encourages collaboration, and creates space for everyone to contribute and succeed.
• Rewarding Your Impact Our compensation and benefits packages are competitive, regularly reviewed, and locally relevant, ensuring your contribution is recognized wherever you are.

Bring Your Whole Self

The best ideas come from people with different experiences, perspectives, and ways of thinking. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to do their best work.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities and provide equal opportunities for all. Our technology may be what we're known for, but it's our people who make the difference.

We'd love to learn more about you. Tell us about your skills and experience, but just as importantly, tell us what motivates you and what kind of impact you want to make.