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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$102K - $159K *

Drive innovative product quality assurance from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance reliability, adherence to standards, and customer satisfaction, while fostering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $158K *

Join a team that's tackling complex Electronic Warfare challenges by integrating and testing advanced systems. Collaborate across disciplines to develop solutions that enhance operational capabilities...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing AI-native products, owning the entire lifecycle from concept to launch. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative solutions that address customer needs and dri...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $185K *

Advance engineering excellence by developing and executing FEA models for robotic medical devices, ensuring optimal performance and reliability through innovative design and collaboration across multi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $193K *

Lead comprehensive test programs, ensuring effective planning, execution, and reporting of lab and flight tests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet developmental objectives while managing...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as you design and maintain automated test frameworks for IoT applications, ensuring quality through robust testing strategies and collaboration in an Agile environment...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $178K *

Lead the charge in managing and executing complex system integration projects, ensuring technical specifications and customer requirements are met while navigating cost and schedule constraints. Drive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $156K *

Transform manufacturing processes by designing and deploying advanced control systems and automation solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance production efficiency, product quality, and drive con...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at building scalable, secure applications as a Senior Java Developer. Leverage your expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices to create high-performance solutions in an Agi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality through rigorous assessments, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring excellence in new product introductions and ongoing suppl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $140K *

Champion secure software delivery by enhancing CI/CD pipelines with AI-driven security tools. Collaborate with teams to automate security controls, remediate vulnerabilities, and strengthen applicatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team developing cutting-edge autonomous driving simulation systems. Build high-performance infrastructure and AI-driven capabilities, collaborating across teams to enhance testing, validation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative electrical systems for water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance municipal infrastructure through advanced automation and c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing electrical power systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications, schedules, and budgets while providing technical guidance and support throughout th...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Transform the future of power electronics by designing and validating innovative systems. Collaborate across functions to optimize product performance and ensure seamless integration from concept to m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $153K *

Advance your career by designing and owning web application architecture, ensuring performance and reliability, and mentoring junior engineers in a collaborative medtech environment focused on patient...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Join us in delivering innovative adhesive solutions by consulting with customers, conducting technical visits, and providing training. Leverage your expertise to enhance processes and drive product de...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$79K - $127K *

Transform quality assurance in medical device manufacturing by ensuring compliance and safety standards. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement, supporting oper...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $127K *

Transform quality assurance in medical device manufacturing by ensuring compliance and safety standards. Collaborate across teams to enhance product quality and drive continuous improvement in operati...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $143K *

Join a team that's redefining quality engineering by leading the transition to automation. Drive strategy, mentor a global QA team, and enhance testing frameworks to ensure high-quality software deliv...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $159K *

Build innovative robotics software for Autonomous Mobile Robots, enhancing navigation, control, and fleet management. Collaborate with teams to deploy and optimize systems, ensuring robust performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $125K *

Drive reliability engineering initiatives across programs, collaborating with teams to enhance system performance and reduce risks. Lead analyses, manage documentation, and ensure compliance with indu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining road safety through AI-assisted technology. As a Senior Embedded Engineer, you'll lead the development of cutting-edge vision systems, ensuring reliability and performanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $198K *

Drive rigorous software testing and evaluation to ensure functionality, reliability, and user experience. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop test plans, execute tests, and document re...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring software quality by managing testing processes, collaborating with stakeholders, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and productivity across multiple proj...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.