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 - $115K *

Shape the future of system integration by executing tests, developing automation, and optimizing performance in a collaborative Agile environment. Engage with interdisciplinary teams to ensure system...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $145K *

Contribute to the design and implementation of advanced communication systems for public safety, ensuring seamless integration and support for critical infrastructure projects while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$63K - $129K *

Innovate security automation solutions for compliance testing in a multi-cloud environment, ensuring continuous monitoring and effective risk management while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $251K *

Join a dynamic software development team to innovate cybersecurity solutions for connected systems. Lead research, collaborate with engineers, and tackle complex challenges to enhance security for cri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $104K *

Take ownership of testing strategies and execution for complex systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance through rigorous testing and troubleshooting, while adheri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Optimize manufacturing processes for electro-mechanical systems, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective production. Collaborate with design engineers, drive continuous improvement, and lead teams to en...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion reactor safety analyses to enhance design and deployment of advanced nuclear systems. Lead evaluations of reactor behavior under various conditions, ensuring safety margins and regulatory com...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Software Developer, focusing on designing and supporting full-stack applications. Leverage Microsoft technologies to deliver secure, customer-centric solutions while dr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape innovative automotive lighting production processes and equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance design, reduce costs, and ensure quality. Mentor junior engineers while driv...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $128K *

Engage in critical national security missions as a Test Engineer, coordinating across hardware, software, and firmware teams to ensure seamless integration and verification of advanced technical syste...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $135K *

Champion complex transit projects by leading systems engineering efforts, ensuring seamless integration and operational readiness of advanced communication and control systems across multiple domains...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $135K *

Deliver innovative transit solutions by leading systems engineering teams, managing complex projects, and ensuring seamless integration of advanced communication and control systems for enhanced opera...

Kingston, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $200K *

Explore innovative solutions as you enhance site performance and scalability. Collaborate with engineering teams to streamline technology and develop robust monitoring tools, ensuring optimal deployme...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $94K *

Unlock potential by developing and implementing advanced manufacturing processes for critical technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while supp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$60K - $114K *

Join a team that's essential in ensuring equipment reliability and supporting engineering development. This role focuses on troubleshooting and maintaining complex systems, offering seasoned technicia...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $202K *

Transform cybersecurity operations by leading platform support and innovation. Collaborate with global teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and strengthen defenses against evolving threats in...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

Elevate enterprise cybersecurity operations by leading platform support, enhancing reliability, and driving improvements across SIEM and observability systems, ensuring robust defense against cyber th...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

Lead high-availability cybersecurity operations and support for enterprise platforms. Manage critical SIEM, observability, log management, and innovative data solutions to enhance threat detection and...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

Join a team that's advancing cybersecurity platforms through innovation and expert operations. Leverage your technical leadership and support experience to enhance data-driven decision-making in a glo...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity through advanced data platforms and AI-driven solutions. Lead global operations, enhance platform reliability, and drive innovation in security a...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading platform operations and enhancing data-driven decision-making. Collaborate with global teams to optimize SIEM and observability solutions, ensuring high av...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

Transform cybersecurity operations by leading platform support and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with global teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and strengthen defenses against evolv...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $131K *

Transform quality assurance by designing and maintaining automation frameworks, executing test scripts, and collaborating with teams to ensure robust testing processes and continuous improvement in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring vaccine quality and safety by overseeing compliance and operational excellence in aseptic manufacturing processes. Collaborate with experts and CMOs to drive c...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Advanced Technical Product Owner, driving product strategy and delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize backlogs, enhance agile processes, and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.