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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$90K - $110K *

Empower quality assurance by developing AI-assisted automated tests, integrating them into CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software reliability and release ef...

United StatesRemote

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

$111K - $167K *

Drive the development and execution of test plans and procedures for complex systems, ensuring compliance with requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing methods and deli...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $194K *

Elevate your career by providing critical technical support for auxiliary systems in ship design. Collaborate with diverse teams to resolve complex issues and enhance modernization efforts, ensuring o...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $175K *

Lead the charge in designing and coordinating process utility systems for pharmaceutical operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and collaborating across disciplines to deliver impactf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$114K - $234K *

Elevate enterprise applications by building innovative platforms and tools that streamline critical business processes. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver impactful solutions in a fast-paced, e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives, collaborate across teams, and ensure compliance with standards. Drive continuous improvement programs and support operations with data-driven insights in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative cost basis management solutions, driving architecture decisions, mentoring peers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance platform reliability...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of quality assurance processes to ensure product reliability and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with teams and suppliers, utilizing statistical methods and problem-solving techniques t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining technical support by building and testing advanced systems. Leverage your expertise in electronics and networking to troubleshoot and enhance hardware and software soluti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality through rigorous testing and collaboration. Contribute to system analysis, design reviews, and production support while enhancing your skills...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $156K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing complex software systems, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across teams to enhance diagnostic solutions that impact patient care globally...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development and execution of automated testing strategies, focusing on Playwright and API testing. Collaborate in Agile environments to enhance code quality and integrate testing into CI/CD...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $153K *

Unlock your potential by leading the technical delivery of workforce applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance productivity through automation, AI, and integrations, ensuring secure and efficien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of ATM software and hardware testing. Lead quality assurance efforts, create test plans, and engage directly with customers while transitioning to automation. Collaborate in an Agile...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Transform your career by designing and delivering complex full-stack solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and Angular. Collaborate with teams to enhance engineering quality and lead technical initiative...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$103K - $155K *

Engage in enhancing software quality standards by developing, applying, and maintaining processes. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance and reliability, while conducting inspections...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at quality assurance initiatives by managing testing for functional, regression, and integration systems. Utilize automation tools and data verification to ensure optimal functiona...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Elevate quality assurance processes by validating data migration and system integration, ensuring seamless functionality and performance in a dynamic Agile environment. Collaborate closely with client...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$74K - $124K *

Unlock quality assurance excellence in mainframe banking applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute comprehensive test strategies, ensuring accuracy and compliance in...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Electrical Engineer, driving the design and integration of advanced electrical systems for subsea vehicles. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to tackle complex...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $196K *

Empower your career by leading supplier quality initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality hardware assemblies. Drive continuous improvement and manage supplier perf...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion supplier quality processes to ensure high reliability and performance of components for advanced surveillance systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive improvements and mitigate risks...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $130K *

Champion data transformation initiatives by leading complex data migrations, ensuring accuracy and compliance across claims and financial systems. Collaborate with teams to deliver timely, auditable c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's advancing next-generation propulsion systems for the Navy. Collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts to create and refine technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $176K *

Transform electronic systems by planning, designing, and testing cutting-edge hardware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and ensure product excellence in a dyn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.