SDET salary in Denmark
A mid-level SDET in Denmark earns a median of DKK 530k ($77k) a year gross. The p10 to p90 range is DKK 430k to DKK 640k. 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 400k, leads reach DKK 810k.
SDET pay by level in Denmark
Gross annual pay in DKK. Junior pay is DKK 400k, lead pay is DKK 810k: leads earn 100% more. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | DKK 330k | DKK 400k | DKK 490k | $58k | |
| Mid-level | DKK 430k | DKK 530k | DKK 640k | $77k | |
| Senior | DKK 550k | DKK 670k | DKK 820k | $98k | |
| Lead | DKK 660k | DKK 810k | DKK 980k | $120k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. p10 and p90 are 0.82× and 1.22× the median. Methodology.
SDET pay by city in Denmark
Copenhagen pays most at 1.06× the national median. Pay factor 1.00 equals the country median of DKK 530k.
| City | Tier | Pay factor | Mid-level median | p10–p90 | USD | QA jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copenhagen | A | 1.06× (+6%) | DKK 560k | DKK 460k–DKK 680k | $81k | 5 |
| Aarhus | C | 0.91× (-9%) | DKK 480k | DKK 390k–DKK 590k | $70k | 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 SDET on DKK 530k gross keeps roughly 56–63% after income tax and social contributions, about DKK 300k to DKK 330k 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
No SDET role is 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 SDET). Others carry a model estimate marked “est.”.
Who hires SDETs 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 SDET median in countries closest to Denmark on our pay index.
| Country | Local | USD |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | £61k | $77k |
| Austria | €69k | $75k |
| Germany | €73k | $79k |
| Netherlands | €73k | $79k |
| Belgium | €67k | $72k |
| Norway | NOK 860k | $81k |
What this estimate rests on
The SDET baseline uses 124 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.
SDET salary and jobs by city in Denmark
SDET jobs in Denmark by city.
SDET salary in Denmark: FAQ
What is the average SDET salary in Denmark?
The median gross salary for a mid-level SDET in Denmark is DKK 530k a year ($77k). The p10 is DKK 430k and the p90 is DKK 640k. This is an estimate based on posted pay ranges.
How much does a senior SDET earn in Denmark?
A senior SDET in Denmark earns a median of DKK 670k ($98k), with a range of DKK 550k to DKK 820k. Leads earn DKK 810k, 100% more than juniors at DKK 400k.
Which city in Denmark pays SDETs the most?
Copenhagen has the highest pay factor at 1.06x the country median, which puts a mid-level SDET at about DKK 560k ($81k). Aarhus sits at 0.91x, around DKK 480k.
How does Denmark compare with the US for SDET pay?
A mid-level SDET in the US earns a median of $130k. In Denmark the equivalent is $77k, which is 42% below the US figure. Denmark ranks 12 of 36 countries; the Nordics median for this role is $72k.
What is the take-home pay for a SDET in Denmark?
Roughly 56–63% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner, which is about DKK 300k to DKK 330k a year on a DKK 530k gross salary. This is a generic estimate, not tax advice: benefits, family status and regional taxes change the result.
How many SDET jobs are open in Denmark?
PassRidge lists no live SDET listing in Denmark today, and 9 QA listings across all roles in Denmark. 0 of the SDET 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 |
| QA Automation Engineer | DKK 490k | $71k |
| 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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