Master's Research Internship in Software Quality Assessment (Thesis 2026)

airapps is hiring a Quality Assurance Engineer in Amsterdam. This position centers on maintaining strong quality standards for software products through careful testing and close collaboration with development teams. Role overview The Quality Assurance Engineer will focus on testing software to catch issues early and help improve product performance. Working alongside developers, the role involves identifying problems and supporting efforts to enhance user experience. What you will do Test software products to ensure they meet quality expectations Work with development teams to find and resolve issues Support improvements that lead to better user experiences Location This role is based in Amsterdam.

As a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at Funda, you won't just be pressing buttons in hopes of breaking something. You will focus on enhancing the most elusive yet crucial attribute: quality. This involves ensuring that every line of code, every sprint, and every release you work on meets the highest standards, making you the esteemed A in Team Awesome.Your Role OutlineIn the position of QA Engineer, you hold the power to either decelerate processes or accelerate them. Your choice is clear: you will empower the team to achieve excellence, striving for an ambitious goal of continuous deployment that targets up to 10 releases a day.Your Key ResponsibilitiesTesting: Perform meticulous testing to discover defects, bugs, and other issues.Test Automation: Leverage your coding knowledge to create automated tests, simplifying the testing process for bug fixes and code alterations.Quality Assurance: Ensure that all software products align with established quality standards and specifications.Collaboration: Engage closely with developers, product managers, and stakeholders, fostering a team-oriented approach to testing by sharing your expertise.Explore more about our engineering journey in our blog post on why we transitioned from Selenium to Playwright.About Our TeamJoin a dynamic Scrum team that includes a Product Owner, a UX Designer, and a mix of Frontend and Backend Developers, while being an integral part of the QA practice at Funda.

airapps is looking for a Backend Quality Assurance Engineer based in Amsterdam. The main focus is on maintaining the reliability and performance of backend systems. Role overview This position works closely with developers to identify and resolve bugs. There is a strong emphasis on improving features and supporting efforts to keep software quality consistently high. Key responsibilities Collaborate with developers to test and review backend systems Spot and document bugs or issues as they arise Contribute to feature improvements by providing feedback and suggestions Help uphold standards for software quality and performance

airapps is hiring a Quality Assurance Automation Engineer in Amsterdam. This role centers on building and running automated tests to support the quality and reliability of the company’s applications. What you will do Design and implement automated test suites for new and existing features Work with developers and product managers to spot issues early and resolve them quickly Help improve user experience by catching problems before release Collaboration This position involves close teamwork with both development and product teams. Strong communication and a shared focus on product quality are key.

About UsAt Vandebron, we are on a mission to revolutionize the energy sector, moving away from traditional practices to promote sustainability. Founded in 2014, our journey started with a groundbreaking platform that connects consumers directly to local, renewable energy producers.In our current phase, Chapter 2, we are committed to making 100% green energy available - 100% of the time. We leverage innovative solutions such as adaptable wind and solar farm usage, Smart EV Charging, and advanced energy storage systems. We are proactive in shaping a sustainable future.Your RoleAs the QA Lead, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing quality across Vandebron’s product and engineering teams. You will define our quality standards, translate them into actionable practices, and ensure their consistent application throughout the product development process.Being the first QA professional in the organization, you will establish the QA discipline within Engineering and influence team perspectives on risk, edge cases, and trade-offs right from the discovery phase. While testing is a collective responsibility, your role will be to provide guidance, structure, and alignment on a larger scale.You will collaborate closely with the Head of Product and various product development teams, operating as an individual contributor with a significant impact across the organization.Your ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement a comprehensive quality strategy shared across product development teams.Integrate quality considerations into discovery, design, refinements, and planning phases, aiding teams in identifying assumptions, risks, and edge cases early on.Collaborate with Engineering Team Leads and Product Owners to make informed quality-related decisions and prioritize tasks effectively.Assist teams in documenting business processes, identifying key edge cases, and establishing clear standards and ownership for technical approaches.Facilitate testing for critical or high-risk features and initiatives.Serve as the quality contact for complex initiatives such as platform migrations, significant refactoring, and external integrations.Work with engineering on testing environments, test data, and tools to ensure their reliability and suitability.Promote quality knowledge and best practices through coaching, templates, and collaborative methods, rather than confining them to a single team.

About SwapAt Swap, we are revolutionizing modern commerce by providing an AI-native platform that seamlessly integrates backend operations with an innovative storefront experience. Our mission is to empower brands to sell anything, anywhere, by centralizing global operations, enhancing intelligent workflows, and enabling data-driven decision-making that protects margins.Our extensive product offerings encompass cross-border transactions, tax management, return processes, demand forecasting, and our next-generation agentic storefront. This allows merchants full transparency and the confidence to act decisively in the marketplace.We are committed to fostering a culture that values clarity, creativity, and shared ownership as we redefine the landscape of global commerce.About the RoleWe are seeking a talented Senior QA Engineer to collaborate with our product, engineering, and Agentic AI teams in developing an agentic storefront and new e-commerce workflows. In this role, you will spearhead quality assurance across a multifaceted system, establish the QA strategy and operational framework from the ground up, and create the tools, processes, and automation necessary for reliable software delivery.

For over 25 years, Corcept Therapeutics has dedicated itself to understanding cortisol, a potent hormone that can contribute to a variety of diseases when left unchecked.Our robust portfolio includes innovative therapies for hypercortisolism and oncology. With over 1,000 proprietary selective cortisol modulators and glucocorticoid receptor antagonists, we are advancing clinical trials for patients suffering from hypercortisolism, solid tumors, ALS, and liver disease. Corcept is committed to harnessing cortisol modulation to tackle some of the most challenging health issues faced by patients today.Headquartered in Redwood City, California, we invite you to learn more about our mission at www.corcept.com.The Quality Assurance Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing various operational activities that ensure product quality and compliance in the manufacture, testing, control, validation, and release of pharmaceutical products for both commercial and clinical distribution. This position involves managing third-party logistics (3PLs) and closely collaborating with Qualified Persons (QPs) to facilitate product distribution throughout the EU. This is a remote position.

Have you ever experienced a customer journey that left you impressed, or one that was frustrating? What makes the difference? At CM.com, we strive to understand these nuances to help businesses enhance their customer interactions and streamline their processes across every touchpoint.“The entire customer journey. One platform.”In a world where customers seamlessly navigate through various channels, platforms, and locations, our mission is clear: we empower growing businesses to connect, transact, interact, and engage via our Global AI-Powered Customer Engagement Platform. By integrating conversations, customer data, and payment solutions with AI agents, we enable businesses worldwide to achieve rapid growth.Our services are cohesively integrated within a unique structure comprising four business units: Connect, Pay, Live, and Engage.We are currently seeking an inquisitive, analytical, and proactive Quality Assurance Intern to join our In-Person Payments team!Your RoleThis internship offers a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about understanding complex systems, who enjoys exploring the 'why' behind processes, and desires practical experience in testing real-world payment solutions utilized by customers daily.Our Payments team provides smart and secure solutions for businesses, facilitating everything from online transactions to point-of-sale systems, ensuring that payments are seamless and trustworthy. In this role, you will collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and QA team members to ensure our payment systems are reliable, user-friendly, and of the highest quality. This internship is based in Amsterdam and is designed to last between 6 to 12 months, with a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week.Key Responsibilities:Conduct manual QA tests for in-person payment flows, including terminals, POS systems, platform integrations;Gain insights into our payment systems from a systems-thinking perspective and test them comprehensively;Document, report, and communicate bugs, edge cases, and other issues effectively;

Join our dynamic team as a Dutch Audio Transcription Quality Assurance Specialist! In this role, you will ensure the accuracy and quality of audio transcriptions, contributing to our commitment to excellence. You will work closely with our transcription team to review, evaluate, and provide feedback on their work, ensuring that all outputs meet our high standards.

Company OverviewKoopman International stands as a leading global player in the import and export sector, specializing in non-food products. As one of Europe’s largest importers, we deliver a wide range of consumer goods to retail businesses, including supermarkets, DIY stores, garden centers, department stores, and international companies. Our headquarters and showrooms are located in Amsterdam, where approximately 270 dedicated professionals work together to maintain our excellence.In addition to our main office, we have established offices and showrooms in over 24 countries across Europe, as well as in the Middle East, China, Africa, and North and South America. Our fully automated distribution center is strategically located in Emmeloord, allowing us to manage an extensive inventory of more than 30,000 diverse articles, including outdoor gear, pet supplies, seasonal products, stationery, phone accessories, fans, tools, and home decor.For more information, please visit: https://www.koopmanint.com/Position OverviewWe are seeking a skilled Quality Engineer to join our certified product safety department, which includes an in-house laboratory. In this role, you will serve as the right hand to the Environmental & Safety Manager, interpreting and applying European regulations and standards to our product lines. Your primary focus will be on ensuring RoHS compliance for electrical and electronic products, covering aspects of electrical safety, electromagnetic safety, and restrictions on hazardous substances.Additionally, you will address various facets of product safety, including outdoor furniture, barbecues, personal protective equipment, and medical products. You will also act as a resource for colleagues throughout the organization.Most products undergo internal testing, facilitated by our specialized laboratory. You will oversee the results, which need to be recorded in a database, and manage tests sent to external labs. Moreover, complete technical files must be maintained for various products.Key Responsibilities:Develop quality and product safety standards in the form of test programs and protocols;Create requirements for product labeling, warnings, and user manuals;...

As a QA Test Automation Engineer, you play a crucial role in enhancing software quality for our clients in Amsterdam and surrounding areas. You will be part of a dynamic team that prioritizes knowledge sharing, innovation, and personal development.Your Responsibilities:Test PreparationEstimate and develop new features within test automation frameworks.Identify which test cases to automate and assess the time required for implementation.Collaborate on efficient testing strategies.Provide insights into the maintainability of test systems.Test ExecutionMaintain and enhance existing frameworks.Support developers in creating unit tests.Design and conduct load and performance tests.Analyze and optimize test scripts.Integrate test automation into CI/CD pipelines.Reporting & ImprovementIdentify and report areas for improvement.Generate reports using BI tools.Share substantive progress with stakeholders.General DutiesYou serve as the connecting factor between the team, clients, and organization.You maintain existing client relationships and contribute to Resillion's visibility in the Dutch QA market.

Who We Are?At Aquablu, we are transforming the beverage industry with our innovative flavored water systems. Established in 2018 by founders Marnix and Marc, we provide a refreshing and healthy alternative to traditional soft drinks. Since the launch of our flagship product, Aquablu REFILL, in 2023, we have experienced remarkable growth of over 300% annually, expanding our reach to 16 countries, and earning the title of the Fastest Growing Tech Company in Health & Wellness in the Netherlands.About the RoleWe are seeking a Head of Quality & Compliance to spearhead the development of a premier quality organization, encompassing design, production, and performance metrics in the field. In this pivotal role, you will architect and execute our Quality Management System (QMS), oversee compliance initiatives, and leverage data and AI to position quality as a strategic business driver. Your responsibilities will span the entire product lifecycle, ensuring that every Aquablu product adheres to the highest safety and performance standards.This is an exceptional opportunity to influence the quality strategy of a rapidly growing, technology-driven hardware company on a global scale.Your ResponsibilitiesBuild & Lead the Quality Team: Develop our QA strategy and QMS, recruit and nurture a high-performing team, and cultivate a data-centric quality culture across the organization.Own Quality Across the Product Lifecycle: Manage quality from design validation and supplier audits through to field reliability and continuous improvement processes (FMEA, CAPA, 8D).Leverage Data & AI: Enhance and automate QA processes, foresee and mitigate failures, and facilitate informed decision-making.Lead Product Compliance: Ensure adherence to CE, RoHS, REACH, EMC, and safety certifications while managing technical documentation and liaising with testing laboratories. About YouEssential Qualifications6–10 years of experience in hardware quality, reliability, or QA leadership roles.Demonstrated success in developing or scaling QMS within a hardware or IoT environment.Solid expertise in FMEA, NC/CAPA, validation testing, supplier quality, and field reliability.Data-driven with proficiency in dashboards, analytics, and structured reporting.Outstanding communicator capable of influencing engineering, operations, and commercial teams.Experience in managing contract manufacturers and testing laboratories.Analytical, pragmatic, and process-oriented with proven leadership in cross-functional initiatives.Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with product compliance and certification frameworks is advantageous.

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) — Enablement PlatformAbout SwapAt Swap, we are revolutionizing agentic commerce through our cutting-edge AI-native platform that seamlessly integrates backend operations with an innovative storefront experience. We empower brands to sell anything, anywhere by centralizing global operations and providing intelligent workflows. Our solutions encompass cross-border transactions, tax management, returns, demand planning, and our next-generation storefront capabilities, enabling merchants to operate with transparency and confidence.We are committed to fostering a collaborative culture that prioritizes clarity, creativity, and shared ownership as we redefine the landscape of global commerce.About the RoleWe are on the lookout for a Senior SDET to become a vital part of our Enablement Group, which lays the groundwork that supports all teams. This includes developing internal developer tools, core services, reusable UI components, CI/CD processes, operational enablement, access/security integrations, public APIs, and platform adapters, along with Apollo, our ingestion and event/webhook intake and distribution layer.In this role, you will set the quality standards for internal systems and champion their adherence across teams. You will define both functional and non-functional quality requirements, translate these into measurable standards, and ensure that internal services comply through reviews, validations, and operational signals.ResponsibilitiesLead the establishment of quality standards for internal systems, focusing on aspects such as reliability, performance, scalability, security, availability, observability, data accuracy, and operability.Collaborate with engineering teams to translate standards into service-level requirements and clear acceptance criteria for platform capabilities and internal services.Manage the compliance process: determine how compliance is assessed, provide evidence (tests, checks, dashboards), and drive corrective actions when discrepancies are identified.Conduct structured quality reviews for internal services, including design reviews, readiness assessments, release criteria evaluations, and post-incident follow-ups that refine standards and checks.Define and uphold quality gates in CI/CD processes that enforce standards while maintaining team efficiency (contract checks, smoke/regression, and security checks where applicable).Establish API quality benchmarks for public APIs and platform adapters, including contracts, backward compatibility, and versioning.

Join Our Team as a Quality Control Associate for Diamonds!At Nivoda, we are seeking a dedicated Quality Control (QC) Associate to ensure the highest standards of quality for our diamonds and jewelry products. This full-time, in-office role in Amsterdam requires a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence in the jewelry industry.Your Key Responsibilities:Execute timely quality control checks on all diamonds, melee stones, gemstones, and jewelry received on the same day.Assist in both internal and external quality audits to evaluate product performance and drive continuous improvement.Work collaboratively with suppliers to enhance their product quality and minimize QC rejections.Investigate and resolve quality issues by identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.Continuously review and enhance QC processes to boost efficiency and accuracy.

Join Eurofins as a Water Quality Advisor, where your expertise will contribute to ensuring safe drinking water for communities. In this role, you will conduct assessments, provide recommendations, and support the implementation of water quality monitoring programs. Collaborate with a team of professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of water safety and quality.

Join our dynamic team at GRESB as a Data Quality & Validation Intern! This 6-month internship is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in a rapidly evolving, mission-oriented organization dedicated to enhancing sustainability in the real asset sector. You will engage in meaningful work while gaining essential skills that will propel your career forward.This internship serves as a practical platform for students to leverage their academic knowledge and previous experiences to create a significant impact at GRESB. Interns will acquire invaluable real-world experience, accomplish demonstrable goals, and deepen their understanding of various sustainability standards and frameworks.Your primary responsibilities will include validating sustainability-related data and reporting while assisting our team with data analysis, extraction, and outreach efforts.The ideal candidate should be available to dedicate 40 hours per week throughout the internship. GRESB will provide comprehensive training and necessary software resources.Key Responsibilities:Conduct in-depth technical reviews of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance documents for analysis and benchmarking.Assist the Data Quality & Validation team in verifying policies, reports, and data across multiple ESG categories against international sustainability standards, gaining familiarity with frameworks such as LEED, WELL, BREEAM, GRI, ISO, and more.Perform data manipulation and basic statistical interpretation.Handle confidential client information and support the team with client outreach.Effectively manage time across various tasks to meet deadlines.Collaborate effectively with other interns and team members.Availability: Candidates should ideally be available for the internship between April 15th and September 30th, 2026, in Amsterdam.Note: Only applicants currently residing in the Netherlands and eligible to intern in the country will be considered, as GRESB cannot support visa applications for this role.

SurveyMonkey is the leading platform for surveys and forms, designed specifically for businesses and cherished by users. Our platform blends robust features with user-friendly design, accommodating diverse needs from customer feedback to employee engagement, market analysis to payment and registration forms. With integrated research expertise and AI-driven technology, it’s akin to having a squad of expert researchers at your disposal.Trusted by millions, ranging from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises, SurveyMonkey empowers teams to gather insights and information that motivate informed decisions, foster experiences that users appreciate, and propel business development. Explore more at surveymonkey.com.What We SeekThe Quality Platform team is on the lookout for a Software Engineer who is enthusiastic about software quality and test automation. As a dedicated team, we provide the tools and infrastructure that empower our engineering teams to write, run, and report on tests. You will have the chance to troubleshoot test automation challenges alongside fellow engineers and create metric dashboards that provide insights into product quality.Your ResponsibilitiesDeveloping and maintaining automation frameworks.Creating tools to enhance testing processes.Designing and constructing dashboards for metric reporting.Assisting engineers in resolving test automation issues.Providing guidance to teams on testing strategies.Collaborating with a talented group of engineers to produce high-quality products.

Your work makes a significant difference in the daily lives of families.Job DescriptionAs a Policy Advisor focusing on Policy and Quality, you will play a pivotal role in further strengthening our care-related and supportive processes. The Policy and Quality department has evolved significantly over the past few years and has established a clear position within the organization. You will help to sustain and further develop this trajectory.A key aspect of your responsibilities will be coordinating organization-wide projects and guiding processes. You will bring stakeholders together, monitor progress, and ensure that plans are executed effectively. Taking initiative and feeling accountable for improving workflows will be essential. You will collaborate with colleagues within the organization and external partners, such as municipalities and project leaders.Additionally, you will develop and update quality and safety policies, working towards enhancing the Quality Management System (KMS) and the digital Document Management System (DMS). You will coordinate internal audits and prepare for external audits, ensuring that policies are applicable in practice.By analyzing signals from the organization, such as incident reports, data breaches, and client satisfaction, you will translate these into concrete improvement measures while maintaining a big-picture view and attention to detail.You will frequently visit our care locations to support teams in implementing policies and participate in meetings to clarify procedures as needed.If you are not yet fully versed in all quality systems but possess the basics and ambition to develop further, we are eager to invest in your growth.

Join Our Dynamic TeamAt Software Improvement Group (SIG), we are dedicated to enhancing software quality through in-depth source code analysis and customized strategic guidance. Our advanced software assurance platform, Sigrid, combined with our expert IT consultants, ensures that our clients fully control their software environments, turning technology into a powerful ally for success rather than a risk factor. With a robust market presence and ambitious growth plans, we are looking for passionate individuals eager to contribute to our vision.Your RoleAs a Technical Software Consultant, you will provide valuable insights to technology leaders on improving the quality, minimizing risks, and managing costs associated with their critical software systems. You will employ tool-assisted source code investigations and established risk and cost analysis methodologies while working collaboratively on projects—often lasting 6 to 8 weeks—with a dedicated team of technology specialists led by a senior or principal consultant. Your projects may span various sectors, including public, energy, telecommunications, finance, and logistics, providing you with the opportunity to engage with senior leaders in large-scale business operations.Your ContributionsAs a vital member of our consultancy team, you will:Conduct technical interviews with lead architects and developers to gain an understanding of code, documentation, and system architecture.Analyze systems and identify potential risks that could impact the client's business objectives.Present and validate findings with lead architects and developers.Collaborate with your project team to formulate recommendations supported by your analysis.You will receive comprehensive training on SIG's proprietary toolset and methodologies, enabling you to achieve your professional development goals through continuous learning and regular career progression discussions. Your work will expose you to a diverse array of development technologies—from legacy systems to modern web frameworks and business process modeling—enhanced by our analytical tools.What We OfferWe provide a stimulating work environment that encourages growth and innovation. You will have access to ongoing training and mentorship to help you excel in your career.