Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (Magnet-Griffeye)
Magnet Forensics
Software Engineering
Gothenburg, Sweden
Posted on Oct 16, 2025
Who We Are; What We Do; Where We’re Going
Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries.
Serving thousands of customers globally, our solutions are playing a crucial role in modernizing digital investigations, helping investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security.
With employees based around the world, Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence. As a part of Magnet Forensics, you can expect to make a difference in the world, no matter what role you play. You’ll be supported through learning and development, not to mention an incredible team with unbelievable talent and integrity.
If you think you would be the right person to join our team working towards this goal, we would love to hear from you!
The Role:
The Senior Software Development Engineer in Test is responsible for automating the testing of both new and existing products and components. This role involves mentoring colleagues, providing technical guidance, and leading the development of automated testing frameworks. You will collaborate closely with development teams to ensure thorough testing of our products, prioritize test automation for maximum impact, and implement best practices in testing.
What You Will Accomplish:
- Contribute to and advocate for our test strategy;
- Be an active part of our test automation forum;
- Provide technical leadership for test automation and mentor colleagues;
- Understand our products thoroughly to be able to prioritize and to mediate risks related to code quality;
- Design and implement automation frameworks and test infrastructure to support development teams with automated test solutions;
- Design, implement, and manage automated tests;
- Collaborate closely with our teams and Product Owners to assess and advise on testability during the planning phase, and advocate for automation in feature development;
- Work with our teams to increase and improve automated testing;
- Present solutions with recommendations to ensure maximum impact while effectively communicating with team members, across teams and with all levels of leadership;
- Take responsibility for developing your skills to stay up to date within your area of expertise.
What We Are Looking For:
- We’re looking for someone who checks off most, but not all, of the boxes listed in “skills and experiences”. It’s more important to us to find candidates who can display indicators of success through skills they have developed and experiences they have been a part of, than to find folks who have ‘been there, done that”. We want to be part of your development journey, and we’ll learn as much from you as you learn from us.
Required Skills:
- 5+ years of experience with software test automation and QA;
- Proficient in object oriented programming and strong ability to work in other languages as needed (e.g. java, C#, Python)
- Strong experience in SQL queries;
- Experience in mentoring and coaching team members;
- Strong experience developing robust test automation and supporting tools;
- Expertise in managing risks related to code quality;
- Demonstrated passion for quality in both the automated solutions and the product;
- Ability to manage and adapt to change positively;
- Proven ability to build trust and influence within a team to drive successful delivery throughout the software development life cycle;
- Experience with Agile Development Practices;
- Fluency (Reading, Writing, Speaking) in English. Swedish language skills considered a plus!
Nice-to-Have:
- C#, .Net;
- Appium;
- Cypress;
- Azure DevOps;
- Jenkins;
- CI/CD pipelines;
- Azure;
- AWS;
- PowerShell;
- Linux;
- Python;
- Docker;
- JavaScript;
- API testing.
The Most Important Thing:
- We’re looking for candidates that can provide examples of how they have demonstrated Magnet CODE in their previous experiences:
- CARE – We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world.
- OWN – We are accountable for our results – while never forgetting to act with integrity, empathy, and respect.
- DEDICATE – We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect.
- EVOLVE – We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work.
Compensation & Benefits
- MIN: 623,000 - MID: 890,000 - MAX: 1,068,000 SEK
Magnet is proud to offer benefits such as:
- Generous time off policies
- Competitive compensation
- Volunteer opportunities
- Reward and recognition programs
- Employee committees & resource groups
- Healthcare and retirement benefits
Here at Magnet Forensics, we are committed to continuous learning and are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. This commitment will be reflected in our hiring processes and embedded in our values and how we treat one another. If you’re interested in this role, but do not meet all of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply anyways.
Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process. Please contact aoda@magnetforensics.com should you require any accommodations.
All offers of employment at Magnet are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws. Magnet will consider each position’s job duties, among other factors, in determining what constitutes satisfactory completion of the background check. Refusal to consent to a background check may be grounds for revoking an offer of employment.
US Applicants: Magnet Forensics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
