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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$95K - $115K *

Drive the design and development of complex electromechanical systems, overseeing the entire product lifecycle from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Join us to design, maintain, and enhance test systems for manufacturing, ensuring quality and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to integrate test equipment and drive continuous improvement initiati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Elevate manufacturing efficiency by designing and improving test systems, integrating mechanical and electrical components, and collaborating across teams to enhance quality and performance in product...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $235K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of systems engineering by analyzing requirements, guiding design, and ensuring technical integrity for complex systems. Lead integration efforts and develop docum...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $235K *

Join our team to engineer innovative system solutions, guiding requirements analysis, design, and integration for complex systems. Lead technical documentation and ensure operational excellence while...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $136K *

Drive innovation by enhancing advisor- and client-facing platforms through quality engineering. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust testing, automate processes, and deliver high-quality digital so...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of innovative cloud solutions, enhancing financial crime compliance systems through AI and modern technologies while mentoring teams and drivi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $136K *

Innovate quality assurance processes by leveraging automation and emerging technologies to enhance advisor- and client-facing platforms. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure high-quality outcomes...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $137K *

Join our team to design and execute comprehensive test plans, ensuring high-quality networking products through effective automation and collaboration with developers. Drive improvements in performanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $185K *

Join a team that's passionate about developing innovative web applications. Leverage your full stack expertise in C++, TypeScript, and REST APIs to create user-friendly solutions while collaborating w...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$172K - $203K *

Help us drive quality assurance by implementing test strategies and executing automated tests for mobile apps and cloud services, ensuring high reliability and performance across complex systems for e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform laboratory operations by leading structural testing programs, ensuring safety and efficiency while delivering high-quality results. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative testin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $89K *

Lead the charge in managing complex healthcare accounts, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction through expert data analysis and strategic support. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient exp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Transform data quality assurance by validating ETL processes and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and reliability of data pipelines, enhancing enterprise data i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock advanced engineering solutions as you shape testability in hardware design, ensuring maximum coverage and high yield through in-design reviews, structural modeling, and collaborative issue reso...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$158K - $295K *

Transform the future of tax technology by leading engineering strategies, setting architectural standards, and driving innovation in AI and cloud solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$158K - $295K *

Elevate our engineering standards by setting the technical vision for our Income Tax portfolio. Lead secure design practices, mentor teams, and drive innovation while collaborating with stakeholders t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading structural evaluations and rehabilitation designs for aerial structures. Oversee inspections, develop solutions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure e...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead and empower project teams in instrumentation and controls for mining projects, ensuring effective design, client engagement, and technical excellence while mentoring staff and managing project de...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$69K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as part of a dynamic team driving quality in innovative software test infrastructures for mission-critical systems. Collaborate on testing efforts and enhance product quality in...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $157K *

Transform the software testing landscape by innovating robust solutions for embedded systems, leading test planning and execution, while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure exceptional product...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the quality assurance efforts for enterprise software, ensuring functionality and performance through rigorous testing and documentation. Collaborate with developers to enhance software quality a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive manufacturing excellence by leading new product launches, optimizing processes, and enhancing production efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, safety, and compli...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $175K *

Drive cloud infrastructure and security operations, ensuring platform reliability and incident response. Lead technical initiatives across multi-cloud environments, enhancing security posture and oper...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that champions compliance and innovations in hazardous-area certifications. Drive certification strategies, manage cross-functional collaborations, and lead projects that ensure regulatory...

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  •   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.