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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$150K - $200K *

Manage dam safety projects by leading inspections, assessments, and designs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and safety for hydropower and hydraulic structures, while men...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Transform dam safety practices by leading inspections, risk assessments, and engineering evaluations for hydropower and hydraulic structures. Drive project success through technical leadership, mentor...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of dam safety by leading inspections, assessments, and designs for hydropower projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure infrastructure integrity and mentor junior e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Dam Safety Engineer, leading inspections, assessments, and designs for hydropower and dam safety projects. Drive technical excellence and mentor staff while ensuring co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Elevate dam safety and hydropower projects by leading inspections, risk assessments, and engineering evaluations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality outcomes and mentor ju...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Build your career as a Senior Dam Safety Engineer, leading inspections and assessments for hydropower and dam safety projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure infrastructure integri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Empower infrastructure safety by leading dam inspections and assessments. Utilize your expertise in hydropower and hydraulic structures to drive engineering solutions, mentor teams, and enhance dam sa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Manage electrical subsystems for advanced robotics, overseeing design, integration, and debugging from concept to production, ensuring reliability in challenging environments and mentoring junior engi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of semiconductor manufacturing by ensuring the highest quality standards. Lead cross-functional initiatives, drive improvements, and enhance product reliability t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering projects, overseeing design, testing, and integration of complex circuits for infrared sensor systems while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $195K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of battery testing and validation, driving innovative methodologies and data-driven insights to enhance second-life battery systems for data centers. Your expertise...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Elevate site integration success for advanced power systems, ensuring seamless communication and control across electrical infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product dep...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $165K *

Lead the charge in site integration success for advanced power systems, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration across teams. Drive product deployment and support innovative applications in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $185K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of advanced RF systems integration and testing. Collaborate with experts to ensure seamless hardware and software functionality, while contributing to innovative s...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $96K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive quality assurance initiatives, ensuring state-of-the-art product delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, uphold standards, and support continuou...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Transform your career by designing and developing software for advanced factory test equipment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and lead projects while mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $100K *

Join a team that's advancing automated testing capabilities in a dynamic environment. Collaborate within an agile team to transform concepts into practical designs, ensuring high-quality software solu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Optimize hardware validation and automated testing for autonomous systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and debug innovative solutions for military and commercial ve...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $195K *

Lead critical infrastructure initiatives, architect scalable solutions, and drive innovation across teams. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance reliability and operational excellence...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $265K *

Join a team that's redefining software testing and quality assurance for critical systems. Lead strategic initiatives, establish testing protocols, and ensure compliance across a global enterprise inf...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Manage and enhance testing strategies, ensuring effective quality assurance across diverse projects. Collaborate closely with team members to design and implement comprehensive testing plans, addressi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful data management and systems analysis to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop automated tools and dashboards, ensuring data integrity and supporting...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $105K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. Collaborate on automation projects, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous improveme...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Empower our data platform by designing, building, and operating core capabilities. Collaborate with teams to enhance ingestion, storage, and API functionalities, ensuring scalability and resilience wh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing weapons systems through rigorous test and evaluation. You'll support the DoD acquisition lifecycle, ensuring operational effectiveness and suitability while c...

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  •   11 - 15 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.