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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$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in integrating advanced digital engineering practices to enhance mission-oriented capabilities, fostering collaboration and innovation across systems for defense initiatives and ensuri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality assurance excellence by validating complex models and enhancing testing frameworks. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable analytics for high-stakes decisions, driving efficiency...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $156K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative combination products. Drive systems engineering processes, manage risks, and ensure high-quality deliverables while collabor...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $247K *

Join us to architect a unified test data framework, driving automation and integration for robotic systems. Lead the design of dashboards and data schemas, empowering teams with actionable insights an...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $159K *

Contribute to the design and development of systems for human-rated space stations. Manage testing processes, collaborate with teams, and enhance test efficiency while troubleshooting hardware for ope...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $160K *

Drive naval ship combat systems modernization and sustainment efforts, leveraging extensive engineering expertise to enhance Foreign Military Sales programs and ensure operational readiness for custom...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $160K *

Champion naval combat systems modernization and sustainment efforts, leveraging extensive engineering expertise to enhance customer country ships under Foreign Military Sales programs...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform integration testing by collaborating with leads to ensure high-quality, validated solutions. Drive operational testing and develop strategies that meet clinical standards, enhancing client s...

Wellesley, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance in integration solutions, collaborating with leads to validate and test applications. Ensure compliance with SOPs while developing tailored validation plans and executing tests...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Elevate your career by ensuring mission-critical software reliability for intelligence operations. Collaborate with Agile teams to develop automated tests, validate APIs, and enhance software quality...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $195K *

Elevate software quality by developing automated tests that ensure reliability and security for critical intelligence operations. Collaborate with Agile teams to enhance user workflows and validate AP...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $195K *

Optimize software quality for critical intelligence operations by developing automated tests using Playwright and API validation tools. Collaborate with Agile teams to ensure reliable, secure software...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $195K *

Elevate software quality by designing and implementing automated tests that ensure reliability and security for mission-critical applications, collaborating with Agile teams to enhance delivery and re...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $195K *

Partner with us to ensure mission-critical software is reliable and secure. As a Senior Test Automation Engineer, you'll develop automated tests to validate user workflows and APIs, enhancing software...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $130K *

Drive quality excellence by leading automation initiatives and integrating AI-driven testing methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality throughout the developme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Optimize robotic system performance by leading debugging efforts, implementing features, and ensuring operational health across autonomous fleets in dynamic environments...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $160K *

Champion innovation by architecting and maintaining high-performance RESTful APIs, driving data integration and collaboration across cloud environments while ensuring optimal performance and security...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $205K *

Lead the charge in developing and sustaining test programs for ASIC and Embedded Logic devices, ensuring quality and efficiency in production while collaborating with global teams to drive cost-effect...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $230K *

Analyze and execute testing protocols for cutting-edge hardware solutions, ensuring performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and enhance data center tec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower the Integration & Test team by developing and implementing testing methods for guidance, navigation, and control systems. Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and enhance testing process...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$99K - $149K *

Drive innovation in software engineering by designing and delivering scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance technical practices and mentor peers, ensuring high-quality...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Unlock quality excellence in software development for medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, drive risk management, and enhance software delivery processes thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize software quality by developing and executing automated tests, ensuring seamless functionality and user satisfaction. Collaborate within diverse teams to enhance processes throughout the Softw...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Drive innovation in our corporate technology environment by designing, automating, and securing cloud infrastructure, identity management, and core IT services while collaborating with cross-functiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate software quality through comprehensive testing, automation, and collaboration. Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality applications, driving continuous improvement and effect...

2 weeks 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.