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 *

Take ownership of quality assurance for features, ensuring robust testing and collaboration across teams. Drive risk-based planning, automation, and continuous delivery in a fast-paced environment, su...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $175K *

Champion the integration of high-energy kick-stage systems, ensuring seamless transitions from assembly to launch readiness. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to execute critical tests and dr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Innovate hydraulic systems by designing, testing, and optimizing components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and ensure compliance with industry standards while mentorin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $121K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by auditing computer system validations and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards while managing con...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $150K *

Collaborate with engineers to develop and test lunar rover technologies, ensuring successful sub-assembly and technology test campaigns while advancing production processes and equipment design...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $177K *

Elevate automation design and programming for high-performance systems, collaborating with R&D and Manufacturing teams. Ensure reliable system performance through configuration, validation, and troubl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $350K *

Build and innovate testing infrastructure to ensure software reliability across hardware devices, focusing on automated tests that verify multimedia functionalities and device communications, enabling...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Deliver instrumentation and controls engineering services, ensuring compliance with specifications, budgets, and timelines. Guide projects, support teams, and drive technical excellence to meet client...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$112K - $168K *

Lead the evaluation and integration of advanced systems for national security. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure rigorous testing and documentation, while enhancing engineering proces...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex combat systems engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance throughout t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Join a team that's redefining production testing! Leverage your engineering expertise to optimize test processes, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Dri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join us to design and develop innovative software solutions using Java, Angular, and GCP. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable applications while enhancing performance and securi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $97K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading customer-focused initiatives, enhancing manufacturing quality plans, and driving continuous improvement to ensure customer satisfaction and operational...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading test and evaluation efforts, analyzing system requirements, and developing comprehensive plans to ensure performance and operational effectiveness in complex programs...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing test plans and evaluations, ensuring system performance aligns with operational requirements. Collaborate with teams to analyze data and support government...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine your career as a Senior Systems Engineer, owning end-to-end systems design and automation. Collaborate across teams to enhance identity management, cloud security, and compliance, ensuring a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $171K *

Join a team that's redefining defense technology through innovative testing of propulsion systems. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, ensuring our nation's submarines and aircraft carriers meet rig...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading end-to-end systems engineering, focusing on identity, infrastructure, and security. Collaborate across teams to enhance automation and compliance, ensuring a robust and eff...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by owning end-to-end systems design and automation. Collaborate across teams to enhance identity management, cloud security, and compliance, ensuring a productive and audit-ready e...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine systems engineering by owning end-to-end identity and infrastructure solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance security, automate processes, and ensure compliance, driving productivity...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Tackle complex systems engineering challenges by designing, securing, and managing identity and cloud infrastructures. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and automation, enhancing productiv...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Pioneer innovative systems engineering solutions by designing, securing, and managing identity and infrastructure systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance automation, compliance, and security, ens...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing identity and cloud systems, ensuring security and compliance while automating processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and m...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion end-to-end systems engineering by designing, securing, and managing identity and infrastructure solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and automation, enhancing productivity i...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential as a Senior Systems Engineer, owning end-to-end systems design, automation, and security. Collaborate across teams to enhance identity management and ensure compliance while driving e...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.