Software Engineer jobs in Oslo are now open at A leading Norwegian technology employer. Apply via JobsRivo for verified visa sponsorship roles in 2026 — no agent fees, direct employer hiring. This guide covers the full job description, salary, requirements, visa pathway, and application steps for software engineer jobs in Oslo.

About A leading Norwegian technology employer

Oslo’s leading tech employers deliver cloud-native fintech, energy-tech and public-sector platforms used across the Nordics.

Role Overview

We are hiring Software Engineers at A leading Norwegian technology employer based in Oslo, Norway. The role is a permanent full-time position with Skilled Worker Residence Permit sponsorship and a structured pathway toward long-term residency for qualifying candidates and their immediate family members.

Key Responsibilities

• Build microservices using Kotlin, Java or TypeScript
• Deploy production workloads on GCP, AWS or Azure Kubernetes
• Champion clean code, TDD and CI/CD
• Participate in cross-functional product squads
• Support production via on-call rotation
• Mentor junior engineers and graduates

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science or equivalent
• 4+ years software-engineering experience
• Strong cloud and Kubernetes background
• Excellent English communication
• Eligibility for Norwegian Skilled Worker Residence Permit

Salary & Benefits

Annual gross salary NOK 720,000–NOK 950,000 plus statutory pension and overtime allowances.

• Skilled Worker Residence Permit with permanent-residency pathway
• Relocation support and temporary accommodation
• 5 weeks paid leave + Norwegian public holidays
• Generous parental leave and pension
• Hybrid working and learning budget

Working Environment

Modern Oslo tech offices with flat hierarchies, strong work-life balance and access to Norway’s outdoor lifestyle.

Training & Career Progression

Sponsored cloud certifications, internal engineering guilds and structured progression to Senior, Staff and Principal Engineer levels.

Why Apply Through JobsRivo

Norway offers one of Europe’s highest standards of living and a transparent, fast skilled-worker permit process for software engineers. JobsRivo curates only verified visa-sponsored vacancies, links you directly to the employer’s official careers page, and never charges job seekers any fee.

Visa Sponsorship & Relocation Support

A leading Norwegian technology employer provides full Skilled Worker Residence Permit sponsorship including legal filing fees, immigration counsel, biometrics, and dependant visas where applicable. Successful candidates also receive relocation allowance, up to 30 days of temporary accommodation, flight tickets for the employee and immediate family, and onboarding support to help settle into Norway.

How to Apply

Click the Apply Now button on this listing to be redirected to A leading Norwegian technology employer’s official careers portal. Prepare an updated CV, cover letter referencing the Software Engineer role, copies of academic transcripts, professional certifications, and a valid passport scan before starting the application. Shortlisted candidates are contacted within 10–14 working days for a virtual interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this role open to international applicants? Yes — A leading Norwegian technology employer actively sponsors qualified overseas candidates under the Skilled Worker Residence Permit programme.

Are recruitment fees charged? No. Neither A leading Norwegian technology employer nor JobsRivo charges any fee at any stage of the hiring or relocation process.

Can my family relocate with me? Yes — dependant visas for spouse and children are included under the same sponsorship.