Careers at DEFA
More power to youDEFA is a family-owned Norwegian technology company established in 1946, with 450 employees on three continents. For more than 75 years, we have evolved from a local family business to an international charging company, driven by the search for new links between technology and people. Our most important principle is simplicity, and while it requires more of us, it brings more value to our customers. That's how we've grown, and that's how we'll grow in the future, creating products and solutions that work for everyone, everywhere.
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Roles in Electronics & Software Development
How we work with electronics & software development
Our Shared R&D function is responsible for improvements and new developments of DEFAs digital services within three main areas: embedded firmware & IoT, cloud services and client applications (mobile/PC/web apps), that are key for our customers user experience.
The team works according to established principles such as agile, object oriented and test-driven development, with some core languages and methods, such as Docker, Kubernetes, Linux and CI/CD-systems (GitLab) and Git. With continuous focus to find new and smarter ways of working, the team is not afraid to try new technology, languages and methods in order to improve and further develop the core services, and micro-services across the platforms.
Our software developers are located in Norway and Sweden, where they share challenges, smart solutions, competence and continue to develop their skills.
Developer/Senior Developer, Backend (Norway)
You will design, develop and implement backend/cloud services software through quality coding on assigned solution platform.
You have solid competence through work experience or from the passion for coding. Our backends are mainly written in Java and other JVM based languages (Scala, Kotlin etc.), with frameworks like Spring Boot and Play. Some other technologies and keywords used and heard are REST, JSON, Node JS, PostGraphile, GraphQL, Akka, PostgreSQL. Knowledge within web/API -development and databases is welcome.
Want to know more? Please click here for more information and to apply.
Location: Norway (Slependen outside Oslo)
Developer/Senior Developer, Backend (Sweden)
You will develop and refine our cloud services through well-designed and implemented software, ensuring the production of functional, reusable code. Regular debugging and troubleshooting code to maintain our high-quality standards, crafting web services focusing on insights & analytics, and producing clear, thorough documentation to ensure workflow transparency and continuity are other important tasks. Handling bug fixes for existing code when necessary.
As a part of our forward-thinking tech team, you’ll be working with the following technology stack: Linux, GitLab-CI, Docker, Go, Spring FW, REST, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Kubernetes, Elasticsearch and Agile software development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
You are an experienced Java Developer with a strong desire to make a significant contribution to a fast-paced industry. You hold a Bachelor’s degree in software engineering/computer science or a related field. You are proficient in object-oriented software principles, design patterns, and methodologies, and have hands-on experience with Java programming (Java, Java EE, JMS, Spring framework). You understand automated test frameworks and appreciate test-driven development, and demonstrate a structured approach to development with familiarity in issue-tracking, requirements estimation, and revision control. You also have practical experience with Agile software development methodologies.
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Location: Sweden (Gothenburg)
Developer/Senior Developer, Frontend (Norway)
You will design, develop and implement frontend/client services software through quality for assigned solution platform.
You have solid competence through work experience or from the passion for coding. Our frontend coding is mainly done in JavaScirpt/TypeScript and React/Vue.js, but we also use other technologies such as React Native, Backbone-Marionette, GraphQL, Docker, Kubernetes, and GitLab CI/CD to mention some.
Want to know more? Please call our CIO Ole Christian Tvedt +47 32 06 77 00, or just apply here.
Location: Norway (Slependen outside Oslo)
Developer/Senior Developer - Frontend (Sweden)
You will use JavaScript, TypeScript, React, React Native, and GraphQL to design, develop, and test UI for mobile and web applications. This includes building reusable code and libraries for future use, and accurately translating user and business needs into functional frontend code.
As part of our innovative tech team, you’ll be working with the following technology stack: JavaScript, TypeScript, React / React Native, GraphQL, REST APIs, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and agile software development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
You are an adept Front-end Developer with a strong foundation in responsive design. You hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, and hav at least 2 years of experience in frontend development. You possess a strong understanding of object-oriented web applications in JavaScript, TypeScript, React, React Native, and GraphQL, are familiar with Scrum/Agile development methodologies, and are familiar with the use of REST or GraphQL APIs
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Location: Sweden (Gothenburg)
Developer/Senior Developer, Embedded (Norway)
You will design, develop and implement embedded software through quality coding in close cooperation with our hardware developers.
You have solid competence through work experience or from the passion for coding. Our embedded coding is mainly done in C++, Python or Linux, but we also use other technologies such as Yocto, ZeroMQ, Bluetooth/WiFi/LTE Cat M1, Docker, Kubernetes, and GitLab CI/CD to mention some.
Want to know more? Please click here for more information and to apply.
Location: Norway (Slependen outside Oslo)
Automation&Reliability Architect - DevOps (Norway)
You are responsible for systems automation, facilitating software development, ensuring scalability, security and reliability in platforms, participating in architecture design, and maintaining platform monitoring and alerting systems.
You have solid competence through work experience or from the passion for coding. You know backend coding, CI/CD, Kubernetes, DevOps and Agile principles, and project management.
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Location: Norway (Slependen outside Oslo)
More available roles
Community Specialist (Stockholm, Sweden)
Är du en lyhörd relationsbyggare med passion för att – genom community management – skapa ambassadörer och lojalitet hos kunder? Vill du bidra till att ett nordiskt teknikföretag inom det spännande området e-mobility växer globalt? Då kan det vara dig vi söker till vårt kontor i Stockholm!
Vad du kommer göra
Rollen innebär att du blir ansvarig för att hantera DEFA:s communities och aktiviteter i sociala medier och andra forum online. Detta innebär allt från kartläggning av relevanta communities till att se till att vi har en hög närvaro i de olika forumen – och att vi ger både potentiella och befintliga kunder den information och hjälp de vill ha.
Som Community Specialist kommer du vara med att implementera vår sociala mediestrategi på alla marknader. I detta ingår att planera, testa, följa upp, analysera och utvärdera.
Du ska helt enkelt jobba för att vår fanskara bland slutkunder växer online.
Vad du blir en del av
Som Community Specialist blir du en del av DEFA:s kontor i Kista, med kollegor som jobbar med bland annat support, försäljning, inköp, kvalitet och marknadsföring.
Du blir del av ett norskt familjeföretag som har ett starkt varumärke globalt, och som alltid har kundens behov i fokus. Just nu är vi inne i en mycket spännande fas när det gäller e-mobility – ett område som är på stark frammarsch och där det händer mycket nytt hela tiden!
Vem du är
För att lyckas i rollen behöver du vara en lyhörd och kreativ servicemänniska som kommunicerar på ett tydligt sätt, trivs med att bygga relationer och som tar egna initiativ. Du kan prioritera och förstår vikten av självledarskap. Att få saker gjorda och att vara en doer faller sig naturligt för dig, liksom att definiera och ta till sig nya trender inom arbetsområdet.
Vad du behöver kunna
Du som söker har relevant utbildning inom digital marknadsföring, kommunikation, reklam eller motsvarande. Självklart har du mycket goda kunskaper om Facebook, LinkedIn och YouTube.
Du har erfarenhet från operativt arbete med Community Management, erfarenhet av Google Analytics, Metas analysverktyg etc. Då du kommer att skapa organiska sociala medieinlägg är det viktigt att du är en god skribent och att du kan anpassa tonaliteten efter målgrupp.
Du kommunicerar obehindrat på svenska eller norska samt på engelska. Kan du även finska är det starkt meriterande.
Vill du veta mer om tjänsten, kontakta Head of Content Marketing, Sara Stolt, på +46 70 368 67 03, och ansök här
What can we offer?

Working at DEFA
At DEFA you will meet energetic, ambitious, and skill-full employees, dedicated in their roles to deliver on our promise of simple products and solutions that work for everyone, everywhere and every time. With our strong innovation culture and technological expertise, you will have the opportunity to develop with us, connecting with different cultures, people and talents, and help drive us forward.
Our staff is located in Norway, Sweden, Finland, Germany, UK, Canada and China, within a wide range of product areas and competence, such as: Product & service development, Software development, Solutions engineering, B2B sales, Technical & customer support, Marketing, Administration, Purchasing, Supply Chain & Logistics, IT services, Project management, Production, and more..
We are dedicated and passionate about what we do, and focus on giving our employees training, development opportunities and the possibility to grow and thrive.
Do you want to connect with us?
Open applications
We are always searching for people who want to join our high performing and quality focused team! If you want to connect with us, you are welcome to send an open application with CV and what type of role you would like to be considered for.
Send you application to jobs@defa.com