Director, Test Engineering Jobs

Explore Director, Test Engineering opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior leaders shape how organizations test products and systems, build quality into development, and deliver dependable customer experiences.

What Does a Director of Test Engineering Do?

A Director of Test Engineering leads teams and strategies responsible for verifying that software, hardware, or integrated systems meet quality, reliability, performance, and security expectations. The role may include setting test standards, overseeing automation and continuous integration practices, allocating resources, and partnering with engineering, product, and operations leaders.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for extensive experience in quality assurance, software or systems testing, and technical leadership. Relevant strengths may include test automation, performance and reliability testing, risk-based test planning, quality metrics, and familiarity with modern development and deployment workflows. Clear communication and the ability to build and mentor high-performing teams are also important.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director-level test engineering roles are available across industries that depend on reliable technology, including software, financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, and manufacturing. Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles aligned with their leadership goals.

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Browse current openings, compare responsibilities, and identify positions that match your experience in quality and engineering leadership. Use Ladders to focus your search on senior-level opportunities and take the next step in your test engineering career.

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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance by driving continuous improvement initiatives, managing APQP activities, and ensuring compliance with industry standards to enhance product quality and customer sa...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $141K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring product reliability through rigorous environmental testing. You'll perform critical assessments in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the success of ele...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Manage and execute software and firmware delivery plans for regulated instrumentation, ensuring alignment with product requirements and regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving software and firmware delivery for regulated instrumentation. This role requires technical leadership to manage cross-functional collaboration, ensuring timely execution of...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $102K *

Unlock your potential as you lead the design and development of innovative test equipment for aviation systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive projects from concept to production in a hands-o...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $155K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Software Engineer, driving innovation in cloud-native applications and AI integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance mission-critical systems in a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in integrating and testing advanced warhead systems for hypersonic missiles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and reliability while developing innovative strate...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Innovate the future of hypersonic missile integration and testing. Lead comprehensive strategies for vehicle assembly, ensuring safety and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$229K - $344K *

Transform your career by leading innovative AI-driven data center solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product strategies and drive market success in a rapidly evolving tech la...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $130K *

Contribute to the success of Air & Missile Defense by leading test operations, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with technical standards while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Join us to enhance production-test processes and systems, design innovative test methods, and collaborate across teams to improve product quality and efficiency in a dynamic environment. Your expertis...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering teams to develop scalable software solutions. Collaborate with leadership to shape strategies, oversee API integrations, and drive innovation in a dynamic envir...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining energy solutions by driving robust test plans and execution strategies for cutting-edge battery management systems and power electronics, ensuring high-quality validation...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving engineering excellence across Rail Corridors in the GO Expansion Program. Lead multidisciplinary projects, ensuring compliance and coordination while fostering collaboration...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$104K - $208K *

Advance your career by developing robust automated test solutions for server products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing quality and efficiency while leveraging cutting...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $230K *

Empower a team of SEIT engineers, balancing management duties with program support. Drive technical excellence and innovation in systems engineering practices, ensuring adherence to quality standards...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead and optimize manufacturing processes across multiple sites, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, reliability...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Elevate quality engineering by leading cross-platform quality initiatives. Build and mentor a high-performing team while shaping innovative practices that enhance automation and delivery in a rapidly...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $190K *

Join our team to lead quality engineering transformations across multiple platform portfolios, championing automation and innovation while developing exceptional engineering talent to elevate quality...

Virginia, USRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $100K *

Join a team that's advancing automated testing capabilities in a dynamic environment. Collaborate within an agile team to transform concepts into practical designs, ensuring high-quality software solu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $235K *

Lead the charge in managing software schedules for satellite programs, ensuring timely delivery by tracking dependencies, mitigating risks, and facilitating communication among engineering teams and s...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Drive the design and development of automated testing frameworks for medical device software, enhancing efficiency and reliability while collaborating across engineering disciplines to ensure high-qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $243K *

Champion the development of a central hardware support function, leading multiple teams to enhance the reliability and maintainability of the world's largest robotics fleet while driving strategic ini...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions. Collaborate with product managers and designers to drive innovation and ensure seamless user experi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and inspire a team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions. Collaborate with product managers and designers to ensure reliability while fostering a culture of growth and innovati...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Test Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Test Engineering sets quality and testing strategy, leads test engineering teams, and oversees processes and tools that verify products meet functional, performance, reliability, and security requirements.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Test Engineering jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically seek substantial experience in software, systems, or product testing; a record of technical team leadership; and expertise in areas such as test automation, quality planning, and modern development workflows. Requirements vary by role.

  • What skills are important for a Director of Test Engineering?question toggle

    Important skills often include test strategy, automation, risk assessment, quality metrics, performance testing, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to hire, mentor, and lead teams.

  • What industries hire Directors of Test Engineering?question toggle

    Opportunities can be found in software and technology, financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, manufacturing, and other sectors where product quality and system reliability are critical.

  • How can I find Director, Test Engineering jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Director, Test Engineering listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its salary details, responsibilities, and qualifications.