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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$160K - $230K *

Transform mission-critical applications by collaborating with AI engineers to enhance performance, scalability, and security. Drive technical excellence and mentor peers while navigating dynamic feder...

Reston, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $195K *

Transform infrastructure reliability by leading innovative projects, architecting scalable solutions, and collaborating cross-functionally. Drive technical excellence and mentor teams while ensuring o...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Architect and implement a robust quality strategy, ensuring reliability across our software stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed quality from design to deployment, leveraging modern...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate healthcare technology by leading the development and support of the Artiva system. Collaborate with teams to analyze needs, design solutions, and ensure quality, while mentoring peers and mana...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $240K *

Innovate the future of healthcare technology by building a platform that empowers physicians and enhances patient care. Own the entire development process, from concept to deployment, and see your wor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $250K *

Transform enterprise AI systems by leading technical delivery, architecting scalable solutions, and mentoring teams. Drive operational excellence and accelerate customer adoption of AI technologies th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $200K *

Elevate your career by owning the design and development of electrical systems for consumer devices. Collaborate across teams to optimize power efficiency and drive innovations from concept to mass pr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $155K *

Partner with us to lead the Verification and Validation lifecycle of avionics components. Drive functional and acceptance testing to ensure reliability and performance in aerospace applications while...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $185K *

Join a team that's redefining systems engineering for mission-critical programs. You'll support the full lifecycle of systems development, applying best practices to ensure alignment with operational...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate the future of aircraft systems engineering by developing designs, technical documentation, and compliance strategies. Collaborate with teams to ensure system performance and certification to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in enhancing information systems through design, development, and integration. Collaborate with teams to ensure system integrity, troubleshoot issues, and manage projects, all while ma...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $145K *

Pioneer user experience design for innovative products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create intuitive interfaces and enhance user journeys through wireframes, prototypes, and usability...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $177K *

Unlock potential by driving quality and compliance in life-saving medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability and lead supplier quality initiatives througho...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to the agile testing of enterprise applications, ensuring quality through comprehensive test plans and scripts. Collaborate with teams to support the software development lifecycle and trou...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading Agile teams as a hybrid Scrum Master/Software Engineer, driving Java development and facilitating Agile ceremonies to deliver high-quality software solutions in a dynamic e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing embedded software solutions for advanced Remote Weapon Systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software, enhancing...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $198K *

Join a team that's poised to design and implement innovative IT systems, driving mission success through cutting-edge automation and DevOps practices while managing complex technical challenges in a d...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining software solutions by delivering high-quality applications and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and solve complex business challenges in a fa...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $210K *

Transform your career by joining an agile team to develop innovative software solutions that address real business challenges, collaborating closely with stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $210K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Software Engineer, collaborating with agile teams to deliver innovative solutions that address real business challenges. Drive high-quality software development while...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $210K *

Join an agile team as a Senior Software Engineer, driving innovative solutions and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver high-quality software that addresses real business challenges in a fast-pa...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $210K *

Elevate software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement high-quality applications that address real business challenges in a fast-paced environment...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Design and prototype cutting-edge robotic systems as a Senior Electrical Engineer. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate, debug, and enhance hardware for next-gen robots in a fast-paced startup...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $210K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications that address real business challenges, ensuring alignment with enterprise archit...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $181K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge embedded Linux systems for advanced military communications. Leverage your expertise in software engineering to enhance product quality and support critical...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.