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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and enhancing EDI applications and integrations. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and data integrity while ensuring secure, scalable soluti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

Transform cloud-based testing by designing and implementing automated solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data processing capabilities and ensure quality across multiple envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $138K *

Drive automation excellence by developing end-to-end solutions using Ansible and scripting languages. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance wi...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $165K *

Lead a dynamic team of software engineers in developing automated test systems for military aircraft. Engage in hands-on software development while mentoring engineers, ensuring high-quality solutions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $149K *

Lead the charge in spacecraft integration and testing, ensuring robust development and deployment of flight systems. Collaborate with teams to define requirements and execute comprehensive test plans...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Drive system-level verification for complex sequencing platforms, ensuring performance and reliability from development to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish best practices a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading technical projects in electric power generation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development, ensuring compliance and performance while enhancin...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing and integrating advanced aerospace systems, driving innovation and ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams on cutting-e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Lead the verification lifecycle for advanced robotic surgical systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, execute, and manage comprehensive testing strategies that ensure software re...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $220K *

Transform your career by leading the development of innovative test systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and efficiency while managing complex programs in a fast-paced en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $201K *

Analyze and optimize Wi-Fi performance by applying digital communications and signal processing principles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to debug and validate next-gen wireless systems, lev...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Drive the evaluation and technical oversight of ammunition systems, collaborating closely with project managers and stakeholders to ensure development and delivery meet rigorous standards and strategi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $250K *

Elevate customer AI capabilities by leading model customization and optimization efforts. Drive technical direction, architect scalable systems, and mentor teams to deliver impactful solutions that en...

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

$168K - $227K *

Empower innovation by leading technical engagements for custom AI model optimization. Collaborate with customers to define success metrics, architect scalable systems, and mentor teams, driving impact...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the validation of automated vehicle data collection systems, leading automation and execution strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust data quality and performance, e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading software integration and testing for complex systems. Collaborate across teams to develop automated solutions, execute test plans, and ensure requirements verification thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $130K *

Explore a dynamic role at the intersection of multiphysics simulation and AI, validating high-fidelity datasets for machine learning. Collaborate with R&D to ensure data integrity and optimize predict...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $349K *

Partner with us to enhance quality engineering for large-scale networking solutions. Drive automation, validate complex systems, and mentor teams to elevate product reliability and customer satisfacti...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing and supporting robust technology environments for creative and technical teams. Collaborate with clients to enhance production systems and ensure seamless operations acro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading automated testing initiatives for cloud-based ERP systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance across various business processes and upgrades...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by designing and deploying cutting-edge AI systems. Collaborate across the full AI stack, transforming complex business challenges into trusted AI solutions while ensuring safety a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $237K *

Deliver innovative software testing solutions for tactical strike programs, focusing on automation and integration testing. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance product quality and ment...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $115K *

Drive engineering excellence on complex projects, ensuring technical compliance, effective communication, and thorough documentation while supporting project deliverables and managing stakeholder rela...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in quality engineering by developing AI-driven test automation solutions that enhance software quality, improve test coverage, and accelerate delivery speed in a hands-on role focused...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with aerospace standards. Lead audits, manage non-conformance issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across flight projects and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.