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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$166K - $208K *

Lead the charge in developing embedded flight software for advanced missile systems. Collaborate with a high-performing team to design, integrate, and test mission-critical software in real-time envir...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Drive advanced pre-silicon emulation and digital system validation for next-gen power management products, collaborating across teams to translate requirements into real-time prototypes and ensuring r...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Optimize software engineering strategies to enhance patient support services. Lead cross-functional teams in developing scalable, secure solutions while driving innovation and best practices in a coll...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of technology project delivery by leading a high-performing team, managing strategic initiatives, and ensuring alignment with business objectives to maximize value and drive organizat...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing a strategic technology project portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Balance people leadership with direct ownership of critical initiatives, fostering a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in GPU/CPU systems engineering, driving complex hardware development and integration initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and readiness, influ...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in GPU/CPU systems engineering, driving complex hardware development and integration initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and readiness, influ...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Principal Electrical Engineer, driving GPU/CPU systems development and integration. Collaborate with top engineering teams to resolve complex challenges and ensure prod...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Join us in leading complex GPU/CPU hardware development initiatives, driving integration, validation, and production readiness. Leverage your expertise to influence engineering strategies and ensure h...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform GPU/CPU systems engineering by leading complex hardware development initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration, validation, and production readiness, driving...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing cyber operations through innovative test automation and CI/CD practices, ensuring the reliability and security of mission-critical so...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $165K *

Support innovative retail solutions as a Lead Software Engineer, collaborating on end-to-end solution delivery using AI-driven tools and driving Agile methodologies. You'll develop high-impact feature...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $129K *

Innovate mechanical solutions for advanced semiconductor test equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, validate, and release products, ensuring performance and manufacturability t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $127K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in mechanical engineering by designing and developing high-performance semiconductor test equipment, driving projects from concept to integration with a focus on collabora...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation in testing methodologies for automotive components. Collaborate with engineers to analyze data, improve measurement systems, and ensure product quality through rigorous testing and ev...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Help us enhance semiconductor testing by providing expert support and troubleshooting for automated test equipment. Engage with customers and collaborate across teams to ensure optimal performance and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize the qualification of Solid State Drives, ensuring top-tier quality and reliability through innovative methodologies and data-driven insights, while collaborating with i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $157K *

Lead the charge in managing R&D projects for new product development, ensuring successful equipment installation and process transfer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on ti...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $221K *

Champion AI Native Transformation initiatives across Engine, driving adoption and collaboration. Lead strategic partnerships, define processes, and deliver impactful results in a complex environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the development and enhancement of automated test solutions for high-speed interconnect products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency in manufacturing proce...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and enhance automated test solutions for high-speed interconnect products, ensuring quality and efficiency across global manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$156K - $235K *

Lead the charge in architecting enterprise-scale AI platforms that elevate quality engineering through intelligent automation and internal tools, defining strategy and driving cross-functional collabo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Empower quality excellence by enhancing systems and processes, ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with teams to drive improvements and resolve issues throughout the manufacturing lifecycl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $103K *

Elevate quality assurance in advanced technology manufacturing. Drive innovation and compliance as you lead cross-functional teams, ensuring products meet rigorous standards and contractual requiremen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Engineer robust test and release systems for cloud-based inference services. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable, automated testing and deployment processes, enhancing software quality and del...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.