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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$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative software solutions for UAS products, driving development and deployment across the software lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance capabilities and ensure hi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate business processes by analyzing and defining system requirements, collaborating with stakeholders, and implementing solutions that enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of marine technology by overseeing testing processes, ensuring quality and performance standards are met. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation and continuous improvement while m...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$169K - $254K *

Advance your expertise by developing cutting-edge hardware solutions and leading testing initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product reliability and drive quality improvemen...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$191K - $253K *

Transform production processes by leading a high-performing team, driving system adoption, and fostering innovation. Oversee operational execution and cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficie...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $185K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of test automation, driving quality and performance through innovative strategies and frameworks. Collaborate within an agile team to enhance product scalability a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$114K - $171K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of scalable data ecosystems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative AI solutions and ensuring data governance and qualit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$302K - $336K *

Lead the charge in transforming observability at scale, driving AI innovation and reliability across engineering teams. Shape the future of incident management and telemetry, ensuring proactive soluti...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$302K - $336K *

Shape the future of observability by leading innovative strategies and driving large-scale telemetry systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance reliability and developer productivity while pioneerin...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$302K - $336K *

Unlock potential by leading the observability organization to enhance reliability and developer productivity through innovative AI-driven telemetry solutions, ensuring a proactive, self-healing infras...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$302K - $336K *

Pioneer the development of a cutting-edge observability platform, enhancing reliability and incident management. Lead a diverse engineering team to innovate and implement AI-driven solutions that tran...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer manufacturing excellence by implementing automation solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and profitability while leading capital projects and driving process improvements in a dynamic c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $175K *

Shape the future of electrical testing by leading technical initiatives, mentoring specialists, and enhancing test processes to ensure quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate across teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $175K *

Lead the charge in advancing electrical test processes, establishing best practices, and mentoring a team of Test Specialists. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust testing and qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading technical planning and system integration, ensuring effective solutions throughout the system lifecycle. Collaborate on complex analyses to transform customer requiremen...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's designing and managing complex systems from inception to decommission. Lead engineering efforts, ensure cross-functional collaboration, and implement strategic solutions for high-qu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading initiatives from product introduction to manufacturing. Collaborate with engineering to enhance processes, conduct audits, and mentor teams, ensuring compliance an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $210K *

Champion innovation by leading workload analysis and performance optimization for SoC architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategic roadmaps and drive AI-driven engineering...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$205K - $307K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering operations by driving performance, accountability, and strategic alignment across engineering, finance, and product. Leverage insights to enhance organization...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Army Special Operations aviation through advanced test and evaluation engineering. Contribute your expertise to critical aviation systems, ensuring operational...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$225K - $265K *

Lead the charge in shaping robust data infrastructure that empowers teams across the organization. Drive strategy, foster innovation, and elevate team performance while ensuring reliable, high-quality...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$225K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading a transformative data engineering team focused on building robust, high-performance data platforms. Drive innovation, foster a culture of learning, and ensure impactful out...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $135K *

Drive technical excellence and team growth by leading software development initiatives, managing resources, and ensuring project alignment with business goals while maintaining security and operationa...

Emeryville, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Empower operational excellence by leading building systems maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and enhancing tenant comfort through hands-on technical expertise in high-rise enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $190K *

Champion large-scale software programs from concept to delivery, driving cross-functional collaboration and operational efficiency. Leverage expertise in software lifecycles and cloud architectures to...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.