Smart Card & ePassport Test Automation Engineer

NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry.

Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state-of-the-art electronics, and future-oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in-house innovation projects as well as research & development. Renowned companies from a wide range of German industries place their trust in us - demonstrating the outstanding expertise and commitment of our engineers.

Position: Smart Card / Security Software Engineer with Test Automation Experience

Work set-up: Remote

Type: Full time

We are looking for an engineer to support the development of test automation tools for digital identity and document verification systems.

This role involves smart card communication, APDU command-response flows, ePassport/eMRTD technologies, RFID/NFC interfaces, Android device or emulator control, automated test execution, result validation, reporting, and technical documentation.

This is not a standard mobile app development role. We are looking for hands-on project experience, not purely academic or theoretical knowledge.

Key skills:

• Smart Cards / ISO 7816
• APDU communication
• ePassport / eMRTD technologies
• RFID / NFC / ISO 14443
• BAC, PACE, Passive Authentication, Chip Authentication, Active Authentication
• Android debugging, ADB, or Android emulator automation
• Automated testing frameworks or test suite development
• Security testing or evaluation tools

Nice to have:

• Experience with ePassport or document verification standards
• Digital identity or document verification experience
• German language skills

Prequalification Requirement

Relevant project references are mandatory for this role.

Applications will be evaluated based on how closely the submitted reference projects match the required experience areas listed below. Please make sure that each reference project clearly states which experience areas it covers.

Please include previous projects related to one or more of the following areas:

• Smart Cards / ISO 7816 / APDU communication
• ePassport / eMRTD technologies
• RFID / NFC / ISO 14443
• Android debugging, ADB, or Android emulator automation
• Automated testing frameworks or test suite development
• Security testing, digital identity, or document verification systems

Formal reference letters are not required. A short, non-confidential project summary is sufficient.

Project Reference Template - please use it in the application
Please use the following format for each relevant project:

Project Reference No.:
Example: Project Reference No. 1

Contracting Authority / Client:
Company name and department. Internal projects within the same company are also accepted.

Contract Value in EUR:
Please provide an estimate if the exact value is not known or cannot be disclosed.

Project Period and Duration:
Example: April 2022 – May 2024

Relevant Experience Areas Covered:
Please list which of the required experience areas this project covers, for example: Smart Cards, ISO 7816, APDU communication, ePassport/eMRTD, RFID/NFC, Android automation, automated testing, security testing, or digital identity.

Project Short Description:
Please explain why the project is relevant to the required experience areas. Include the following as bullet points:

• Brief description of the project scope and objective
• Relevant technical activities performed
• Your specific role and responsibilities
• Technologies, tools, protocols, or standards used
• Why this project is similar to the required experience areas

Please do not share confidential information. A short public or non-confidential summary is enough.

What we offer:

Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to our team.
Polish your German language skills: If you are looking to improve your German language skills, we offer a supportive environment where you can practice and develop your language abilities: whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker.
Benefit from a fixed contact person from the company: We understand the importance of having a reliable point of contact within the company. That's why we assign a dedicated contact person who will provide guidance and support throughout your employment with us.
Professional growth and development: With us, our engineers can immerse themselves in new industries or projects after just 1-2 years and actively transfer knowledge.
Enjoy regular team events with the company: We believe in the power of team building and fostering positive relationships within the workplace. That's why we organize regular team events to promote collaboration and strengthen our team bonds.
Competitive compensation package: At NAXCON, we believe that our engineers are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes a salary commensurate with experience and expertise.