Senior Test Engineer Jobs

Explore Senior Test Engineer opportunities with companies hiring experienced professionals to improve product quality, reliability, and release confidence. On Ladders, discover vetted roles that pay $100,000 or more, including opportunities in software testing, quality engineering, and test automation.

What Does a Senior Test Engineer Do?

Senior Test Engineers plan and execute testing strategies across the software development lifecycle. They design test cases, build and maintain automated test frameworks, investigate defects, and work closely with developers, product managers, and operations teams to prevent quality issues. Depending on the role, they may focus on web or mobile applications, APIs, cloud platforms, embedded systems, or enterprise software.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong experience with test automation, programming or scripting, and software quality practices. Familiarity with tools and technologies such as Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, JUnit, CI/CD pipelines, API testing, and performance testing can be valuable. Senior candidates are also expected to communicate clearly, analyze complex failures, mentor teammates, and influence quality standards across teams.

Career Opportunities

Senior Test Engineers can advance into staff or principal quality engineering roles, test architecture, quality engineering management, or broader engineering leadership. Opportunities vary by industry and may involve shaping testing strategy, improving development workflows, and guiding teams through reliable product releases.

Find Senior Test Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for Senior Test Engineer jobs and related quality engineering positions with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse vetted listings, compare role requirements, and identify opportunities that match your experience and career goals.

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$172K - $203K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect, design, and develop advanced iOS functionality, enhancing seamless Bluetooth communication for millions of users while maintaining code quality an...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$66K - $106K *

Help us ensure software quality by developing and executing automated test scripts, assisting in defect tracking, and supporting adherence to rigorous quality standards within an Agile environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $164K *

Lead and innovate security solutions, assess risks, ensure compliance, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance enterprise security frameworks in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in audience measurement across media platforms. Lead product strategy, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance data capabilities to deliver actionable insights for stakeh...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maximizing customer value through strategic alignment, proactive engagement, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring long-term success and satisfaction with our so...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing and delivering innovative video solutions across diverse sectors. Collaborate with teams to create scalable architectures that enhance broadcast, streaming, and cloud...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize end-to-end project delivery by developing customer-facing products and internal tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to rapidly turn needs into functional solutions, leveraging AI and modern...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $134K *

Pioneer innovative building automation designs, enhancing efficiency and quality. Collaborate with teams to deliver optimized solutions while mentoring junior staff and driving process improvements in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of OpenBMC firmware development, driving platform bring-up, feature implementation, and integration to enhance system functionality and reliability. Contribute your...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $145K *

Innovate and enhance user experiences by designing and developing robust software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful projects while mentoring junior engineers and...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $204K *

Lead and innovate as a Staff Software Engineer, guiding agile teams to design, develop, and maintain complex software systems while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring high-quality delivery of pro...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Deliver innovative datacenter, cloud, and network solutions by leading architecture design, client engagement, and technical governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape complex infras...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Join us to lead North America's field and demand marketing efforts, driving pipeline and revenue through strategic programs and cross-functional collaboration with sales and marketing teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$224K - $431K *

Engineer cutting-edge performance models for coding tasks, enhancing large language models through empirical analysis and optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights in...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion accurate payroll processing and compliance while managing third-party vendor relationships. Drive payroll technology projects and ensure seamless integration of policies, enhancing employee s...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful data insights by developing Power BI dashboards and reports. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex data into actionable strategies, enhancing decision-making across supply...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Applied AI Engineer, driving AI innovations across product lines. Leverage your expertise in machine learning to transform complex challenges into production-ready solu...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Transform enterprise sales in the public sector by driving automation solutions, building strategic relationships, and generating new business opportunities while collaborating with partners and stake...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Innovate and enhance software solutions in a dynamic SaaS environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain high-quality applications while driving continuous impro...

Puerto Rico, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Champion innovative electrical engineering solutions while leading project teams in the design and optimization of power systems. Collaborate with clients across diverse sectors, ensuring technical ex...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Engage in cutting-edge AI development by designing and scaling intelligent applications. Leverage Generative AI and modern tools to enhance productivity and integrate workflows within healthcare platf...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing a diverse portfolio of customer accounts, focusing on strategic retention and growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize outcomes and proactively engage clients fo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $413K *

Engineer innovative TV app features that enhance user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the future of entertainment, impacting millions globally through cutting-edge techno...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$132K - $182K *

Drive program execution across high-priority workstreams in Customer Outcomes, managing threat intelligence partnerships and AI model initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tim...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compliance and operational integrity through thorough audits and evaluations, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Test Engineer do?question toggle

    A Senior Test Engineer develops testing strategies, creates and maintains automated tests, finds and diagnoses defects, and collaborates with engineering and product teams to improve software quality and reliability.

  • What skills are commonly required for Senior Test Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common qualifications include software test automation, programming or scripting, test planning, defect analysis, and experience with CI/CD workflows. Employers may also value API, performance, cloud, or mobile testing expertise and tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or JUnit.

  • What is the typical salary for a Senior Test Engineer?question toggle

    Compensation varies by location, industry, experience, and specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore qualifying Senior Test Engineer opportunities on the platform.

  • What career paths can follow a Senior Test Engineer role?question toggle

    Experienced Senior Test Engineers may move into staff or principal quality engineering, test architecture, quality engineering management, or broader engineering leadership roles.

  • Where can I find Senior Test Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Senior Test Engineer listings on Ladders to find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.