SDET salary in Norway
A mid-level SDET in Norway earns a median of NOK 860k ($81k) a year gross. The p10 to p90 range is NOK 710k to NOK 1.1M. That is 38% below the US median for the same role. Norway ranks 8 of 36 countries on our pay index. Juniors start near NOK 660k, leads reach NOK 1.3M.
SDET pay by level in Norway
Gross annual pay in NOK. Junior pay is NOK 660k, lead pay is NOK 1.3M: leads earn 100% more. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | NOK 540k | NOK 660k | NOK 800k | $62k | |
| Mid-level | NOK 710k | NOK 860k | NOK 1.1M | $81k | |
| Senior | NOK 900k | NOK 1.1M | NOK 1.3M | $100k | |
| Lead | NOK 1.1M | NOK 1.3M | NOK 1.6M | $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 Norway
Oslo pays most at 1.05× the national median. Pay factor 1.00 equals the country median of NOK 860k.
| City | Tier | Pay factor | Mid-level median | p10–p90 | USD | QA jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oslo | B | 1.05× (+5%) | NOK 910k | NOK 740k–NOK 1.1M | $85k | 3 |
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 Norway
A mid-level SDET on NOK 860k gross keeps roughly 64–71% after income tax and social contributions, about NOK 550k to NOK 610k a year.
In Norway, pay is usually quoted as annual gross salary, with 10.2% holiday pay on top. 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 Norway
No SDET role is open today. Showing the closest matches from 4 QA listings in Norway.
Software Quality Assurance Tester (No Remote/No Sponsorship)
QA Engineer
Game Tester
0 listings in Norway show a real posted pay range (0 for SDET). Others carry a model estimate marked “est.”.
Who hires SDETs in Norway
Employer mix by share of listings (36 listings across Nordics (too few in Norway alone)). Names are withheld; we show the type of company.
- AI companies25%
- Games studios25%
- E-commerce companies17%
- Healthtech companies11%
- Cybersecurity companies8%
Similar-paying countries
Mid-level SDET median in countries closest to Norway on our pay index.
| Country | Local | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | €73k | $79k |
| Netherlands | €73k | $79k |
| United Kingdom | £61k | $77k |
| Denmark | DKK 530k | $77k |
| Austria | €69k | $75k |
| Belgium | €67k | $72k |
What this estimate rests on
The SDET baseline uses 124 US posted pay ranges. For Norway, 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 in Norway: FAQ
What is the average SDET salary in Norway?
The median gross salary for a mid-level SDET in Norway is NOK 860k a year ($81k). The p10 is NOK 710k and the p90 is NOK 1.1M. This is an estimate based on posted pay ranges.
How much does a senior SDET earn in Norway?
A senior SDET in Norway earns a median of NOK 1.1M ($100k), with a range of NOK 900k to NOK 1.3M. Leads earn NOK 1.3M, 100% more than juniors at NOK 660k.
How does pay in Oslo compare with the rest of Norway?
Oslo is our only tracked city in Norway. Its pay factor is 1.05x the country median, about NOK 910k ($85k) for a mid-level SDET.
How does Norway compare with the US for SDET pay?
A mid-level SDET in the US earns a median of $130k. In Norway the equivalent is $81k, which is 38% below the US figure. Norway ranks 8 of 36 countries; the Nordics median for this role is $72k.
What is the take-home pay for a SDET in Norway?
Roughly 64–71% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner, which is about NOK 550k to NOK 610k a year on a NOK 860k 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 Norway?
PassRidge lists no live SDET listing in Norway today, and 4 QA listings across all roles in Norway. 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 Norway
| Role | Mid-level median | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual QA Tester | NOK 540k | $50k |
| QA Automation Engineer | NOK 800k | $74k |
| QA Lead / Manager | NOK 720k | $68k |
| Mobile QA Engineer | NOK 700k | $65k |
| Performance Test Engineer | NOK 970k | $90k |
| Security / Penetration Tester | NOK 1.2M | $110k |
| Game QA Tester | NOK 430k | $41k |
| Accessibility Tester | NOK 640k | $60k |
| Business / Test Analyst | NOK 590k | $55k |
| Data / ETL QA Engineer | NOK 660k | $62k |
| Localization QA Tester | NOK 320k | $30k |
| AI / LLM Evaluation QA | NOK 680k | $64k |
| Release / DevOps Engineer | NOK 950k | $89k |
| Technical Writer (QA / Docs) | NOK 590k | $55k |
World view: SDET salary by country · SDET role guide · Hire a SDET · Salary finder.