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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in integrating and verifying advanced technical systems for national security. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless documentation and readiness of complex hardware and software...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in systems verification, intertwining requirements with testing to guarantee all products meet industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $173K *

Architect innovative RF testing solutions to enhance national security. Collaborate with a leading R&D team to develop and validate critical systems, ensuring safety and compliance while executing com...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive validation excellence by developing test strategies and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance SSD quality and efficiency. Leverage AI tools to optimize processes and ensure timely project...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance client and enterprise systems through efficient test engineering. Drive process improvements, manage inventory, and execute test cases while solving complex issues in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Support software testing initiatives by analyzing requirements, executing automated test scripts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance in a dynamic environmen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team to design and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks for mission-critical software systems, enhancing cybersecurity operations and ensuring reliability in a fast...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative test solutions as a Senior Applications Engineer, leading technical engagements and ensuring seamless integration of semiconductor test systems while building strong customer relation...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive release quality by owning end-to-end testing processes, ensuring builds are ready to ship. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance release safety and speed, while proactively resolvin...

5 days ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of testing technology by developing a robust software platform that integrates hardware and automates testing processes, enabling engineers to efficiently validate reactor components...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $155K *

Champion quality excellence in internal products and support new development. Drive audits, manage supplier quality, and improve standards to enhance reliability and performance across assigned areas...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $165K *

Innovate software solutions for automated test equipment, integrating C++ and C# expertise. Collaborate in a hands-on, multidisciplinary team to enhance test workflows and ensure system verification i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead thermal system design and validation for cutting-edge electronic systems. Oversee technical decisions and mentor junior engineers across product lifecycles, ensuring performance and compliance. D...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge Mission Integration Systems by collaborating with engineering teams and customers to deliver complex technical solutions that drive project success and innovat...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing RF testing methodologies. Lead the development of test systems, troubleshoot complex RF setups, and mentor engineers to ensure precision in testing operations...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $140K *

Lead the testing and development of RF components, ensuring precision and efficiency. Collaborate with engineers, troubleshoot complex systems, and mentor team members while maintaining high-quality s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$106K - $206K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geospatial intelligence software. Leverage your expertise in software development, data analysis, and modern engineering practices to create mission-critical s...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$133K - $161K *

Champion the design and execution of advanced test systems for electronics, leveraging your hardware and software expertise. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance testing efficiency for...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$69K - $125K *

Drive the design and execution of RF seeker test fixtures and procedures, collaborating on advanced radar technologies. Engage in hands-on testing and analysis, presenting findings to stakeholders whi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $197K *

Drive innovative fire safety solutions by designing and executing comprehensive testing programs. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to tackle complex challenges and influence industry standard...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $99K *

Join a dynamic team as you execute test strategies and document system verification throughout the engineering lifecycle, ensuring high-quality standards in hardware and software development...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Optimize data quality by leading ETL testing and validation efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and accuracy across diverse environments and technologies, while...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $234K *

Advance your career by developing innovative tooling and enhancing device telemetry. Collaborate across teams to drive live-site excellence and translate feedback into impactful solutions, ensuring co...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to integrating and testing advanced systems. Lead I&T activities from concept to certification, collaborating across disciplines to ensure robust, reliable solutions while...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $144K *

Drive quality assurance for complex software in a dynamic environment, ensuring reliability and usability across instruments, firmware, and cloud services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.