QA Automation Engineer salary in Denmark
The median gross salary for a mid-level QA Automation Engineer in Denmark is DKK 490k ($71k), with most offers between DKK 400k and DKK 590k. That is 42% below the US median for the same role. Denmark ranks 12 of 36 countries on our pay index. Juniors start near DKK 370k, leads reach DKK 750k.
QA Automation Engineer pay by level in Denmark
Gross annual pay in DKK. Junior pay is DKK 370k, lead pay is DKK 750k: leads earn 99% more. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | DKK 310k | DKK 370k | DKK 460k | $54k | |
| Mid-level | DKK 400k | DKK 490k | DKK 590k | $71k | |
| Senior | DKK 510k | DKK 620k | DKK 760k | $90k | |
| Lead | DKK 610k | DKK 750k | DKK 910k | $110k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. p10 and p90 are 0.82× and 1.22× the median. Methodology.
QA Automation Engineer pay by city in Denmark
Copenhagen pays most at 1.06× the national median. Pay factor 1.00 equals the country median of DKK 490k.
| City | Tier | Pay factor | Mid-level median | p10–p90 | USD | QA jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copenhagen | A | 1.06× (+6%) | DKK 520k | DKK 420k–DKK 630k | $75k | 5 |
| Aarhus | C | 0.91× (-9%) | DKK 440k | DKK 360k–DKK 540k | $64k | 1 |
City factors are estimates (tier A = largest tech hubs). Remote roles are paid to the employer's pay band, which can differ from the city rate.
From gross to take-home in Denmark
A mid-level QA Automation Engineer on DKK 490k gross keeps roughly 56–63% after income tax and social contributions, about DKK 270k to DKK 310k a year.
In Denmark, pay is usually quoted as monthly salary including pension contributions in many contracts. Estimate only: a single earner with no dependants and typical deductions. Bonuses, benefits, pension choices and regional taxes change the result. It is not tax advice.
QA roles open in Denmark
1 QA Automation Engineer role open today. Showing the closest matches from 9 QA listings in Denmark.
Software Tester & Quality Specialist - supporting security of supply and the green energy transition
MitID app tester
QA Developer
0 listings in Denmark show a real posted pay range (0 for QA Automation Engineer). Others carry a model estimate marked “est.”.
Who hires QA Automation Engineers in Denmark
Employer mix by share of listings (9 listings in Denmark). Names are withheld; we show the type of company.
- AI companies22%
- Cybersecurity companies22%
- Games studios22%
- Healthtech companies11%
- Fintech companies11%
Similar-paying countries
Mid-level QA Automation Engineer median in countries closest to Denmark on our pay index.
| Country | Local | USD |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | £56k | $71k |
| Austria | €63k | $69k |
| Germany | €67k | $73k |
| Netherlands | €67k | $73k |
| Belgium | €62k | $67k |
| Norway | NOK 800k | $74k |
What this estimate rests on
The QA Automation Engineer baseline uses 1105 US posted pay ranges. For Denmark, the country index is calibrated on 6 non-US observations in Nordics, so the regional sample is usable but still modest. Evidence score 4 of 8.
QA Automation Engineer salary and jobs by city in Denmark
QA Automation Engineer salary in Denmark: FAQ
What is the average QA Automation Engineer salary in Denmark?
The median gross salary for a mid-level QA Automation Engineer in Denmark is DKK 490k a year ($71k). The p10 is DKK 400k and the p90 is DKK 590k. This is an estimate based on posted pay ranges.
How much does a senior QA Automation Engineer earn in Denmark?
A senior QA Automation Engineer in Denmark earns a median of DKK 620k ($90k), with a range of DKK 510k to DKK 760k. Leads earn DKK 750k, 99% more than juniors at DKK 370k.
Which city in Denmark pays QA Automation Engineers the most?
Copenhagen has the highest pay factor at 1.06x the country median, which puts a mid-level QA Automation Engineer at about DKK 520k ($75k). Aarhus sits at 0.91x, around DKK 440k.
How does Denmark compare with the US for QA Automation Engineer pay?
A mid-level QA Automation Engineer in the US earns a median of $120k. In Denmark the equivalent is $71k, which is 42% below the US figure. Denmark ranks 12 of 36 countries; the Nordics median for this role is $67k.
What is the take-home pay for a QA Automation Engineer in Denmark?
Roughly 56–63% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner, which is about DKK 270k to DKK 310k a year on a DKK 490k gross salary. This is a generic estimate, not tax advice: benefits, family status and regional taxes change the result.
How many QA Automation Engineer jobs are open in Denmark?
PassRidge lists 1 live QA Automation Engineer role in Denmark, and 9 QA listings across all roles in Denmark. 0 of the QA Automation Engineer listings and 0 of all listings in the country show a real posted pay range; the rest carry a model estimate.
Other roles in Denmark
| Role | Mid-level median | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual QA Tester | DKK 330k | $48k |
| SDET | DKK 530k | $77k |
| QA Lead / Manager | DKK 440k | $64k |
| Mobile QA Engineer | DKK 430k | $62k |
| Performance Test Engineer | DKK 590k | $86k |
| Security / Penetration Tester | DKK 730k | $110k |
| Game QA Tester | DKK 270k | $39k |
| Accessibility Tester | DKK 390k | $57k |
| Business / Test Analyst | DKK 360k | $52k |
| Data / ETL QA Engineer | DKK 400k | $58k |
| Localization QA Tester | DKK 190k | $28k |
| AI / LLM Evaluation QA | DKK 420k | $61k |
| Release / DevOps Engineer | DKK 580k | $84k |
| Technical Writer (QA / Docs) | DKK 360k | $53k |
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