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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$117K - $188K *

Elevate customer satisfaction by managing product support and service escalations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of requests while providing training and support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining quality assurance through AI-accelerated test automation. You'll build scalable automation suites, integrate quality gates, and collaborate with engineers to enhance test...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Optimize quality processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and mentor teams i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$162K - $288K *

Champion innovative solutions by leading system design and architecture, developing low-level software, and optimizing performance in a collaborative, high-impact environment focused on unique hardwar...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $133K *

Drive quality assurance in solid rocket motor propellant manufacturing, ensuring process integrity and compliance. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize production and radiographic NDT capabi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $126K *

Shape the future of quality engineering by leading initiatives that enhance manufacturing processes, drive continuous improvement, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective quality management...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $181K *

Innovate in the design and integration of advanced test equipment for RF and Microwave products. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, ensuring high-quality testing and support throughout the product...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer quality assurance by validating complex workflows and integrations. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop test cases, execute testing strategies, and ensure software quality for critical g...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Lead the oversight and execution of integrated test plans for surface ship maintenance, ensuring compliance with naval directives and effective coordination among diverse teams to achieve operational...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you design and develop robust test automation solutions using Core Java. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and reliability across UI, API, an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining robust test automation solutions using Core Java. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and reliability across UI, API, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of software quality by designing and developing robust test automation solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance application reliability and performance through in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of high-quality software solutions as a Software Development Engineer in Test. Design and implement automated testing frameworks using Core Java, enhancing software reliability an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $175K *

Lead the charge in elevating quality standards by designing and automating testing strategies for numerous applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure software quality while embracing innov...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on cutting-edge missile defense technologies. Engage in software testing and integration, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure system requirements are...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Join a team that's redefining data governance through innovative integration and automation solutions. Collaborate across functions to design scalable architectures that enhance data management capabi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Design innovative power distribution systems for maritime sensors, integrating renewable energy solutions and advanced control systems. Collaborate on complex architectures to enhance operational effi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex electrical systems by designing innovative power distribution architectures and integrating renewable energy solutions for advanced maritime applications, ensuring optimal performanc...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of maritime technology by designing innovative power distribution systems and integrating renewable energy solutions for advanced command and control systems. Drive impactful engi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform military systems design and development by leveraging your expertise in electrical engineering. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects involving radar, RF systems, and advanced circuitry to en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of autonomous vehicles by validating onboard software systems. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you'll enhance software quality through automated testing, collaborating across...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Champion testing excellence by designing, implementing, and executing test strategies for software, ensuring product compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating closely with developers an...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Seeking a proactive Test Engineer to lead integration and verification of software products, ensuring compliance with specifications through automated and manual testing. Collaborate within R&D to enh...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $114K *

Transform product testing by leading environmental simulations, ensuring compliance with standards, and optimizing lab efficiency. Collaborate with teams to develop test plans, analyze data, and enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $114K *

Lead the charge in environmental testing by developing and executing test plans, ensuring compliance with standards, and optimizing lab operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.