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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$81K - $109K *

Unlock potential by shaping software solutions through collaborative design, integration testing, and proactive bug resolution. Join our team to enhance system reliability and contribute to the entire...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform the future of automotive technology by driving strategic solutions and customer engagement. Collaborate across teams to leverage cutting-edge semiconductor innovations for next-gen automotiv...

1 week ago

Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as you support networking products through customer-specific testing and deep product expertise. Collaborate with project teams, enhance software design, and leverage automation in...

3 weeks ago

Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans for networking solutions, ensuring high-quality deliverables. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address design and integration requirements, dr...

3 weeks ago

Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Staffing

$107K - $144K *

Champion systems engineering excellence by managing software configurations, defining user needs, and collaborating across teams to enhance radar technology solutions. Drive improvements in interfaces...

1 week ago

Ā  • Ā  5 - 7 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $109K *

Unlock your potential as you lead automation initiatives, design frameworks, and enhance software quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions and drive continuous impr...

2 weeks ago

Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Information Technology

$139K - $174K *

Join our team to shape the future of our platform by designing robust APIs, improving service connectivity, and evolving legacy systems into modern architectures, all while fostering a collaborative e...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

Ā  • Ā  5 - 7 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to develop robust robotics system software and observability applications, enhancing the da Vinciā„¢ Surgical System's performance and reliability through innovative s...

6 days ago

Ā  • Ā  8 - 10 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust Quality Assurance strategy, overseeing global QA delivery and vendor management. Collaborate across teams to ensure software reliability, performance, and security...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

Ā  • Ā  5 - 7 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Enterprise Technology

$107K - $130K *

Shape the future of innovative manufacturing processes for therapeutic micro-array patches, driving advancements in clinical development and high-throughput commercial scale production while mentoring...

2 weeks ago

Ā  • Ā  5 - 7 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $184K *

Transform the future of defense technology by designing, testing, and delivering innovative software solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges and ensure high-quality, se...

3 weeks ago

Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation by conducting detailed engineering analyses using CAE software. Collaborate with global design teams to validate product designs and enhance performance through rigorous testing and...

1 week ago

Ā  • Ā  5 - 7 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Energy & Utilities

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in client advisory on reliability, observability, and AIOps, providing strategic assessments and delivery oversight to enhance operational performance across various client environment...

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Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Information Technology

$129K - $207K *

Elevate your career by leading software development initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables through rigorous testing and peer reviews. Drive cust...

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Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $207K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team, leading customer interactions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, code, and test robust software components while ensuring high-quality del...

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Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower our team to drive business transformation through continuous improvement, project management, and strategic planning. Lead initiatives that enhance operations and mentor staff in applying adva...

2 weeks ago

Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Healthcare

$100K - $215K *

Champion the design and security of cloud solutions, enhancing data workflows for critical missions. Lead security engineering and data analytics efforts, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure ro...

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Ā  • Ā  8 - 10 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Enterprise Technology

$94K - $141K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on missile defense systems. This role involves critical testing and analysis to support national security objectives, ensuring seamless operations...

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Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $146K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in engine performance and emissions. As a key contributor, you'll lead complex projects, execute testing strategies, and collaborate globally to enhance product q...

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Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $115K *

Champion the management of corporate infrastructure and cybersecurity, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Lead complex projects, evolve systems, and implement cutting-edge technologies to e...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

Ā  • Ā  5 - 7 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Staffing

$108K - $218K *

Join a dynamic team to validate next-gen networking platforms, develop test strategies, and automate complex scenarios. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure high-quality, reliable netw...

Reposted 6 days ago

Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Enterprise Technology

$132K - $175K *

Empower innovation in subsea robotics by developing automated test procedures. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to enhance testing capabilities, ensuring quality and scalability in productio...

1 week ago

Ā  • Ā  Less than 5 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $291K *

Drive innovation and quality assurance in testing by leading teams and designing frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance testing processes and manage program risks while ensuring objectiv...

5 days ago

Ā  • Ā  8 - 10 years exp.Ā  • Ā  Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Architect robust automation frameworks that integrate cloud ERPs, legacy systems, and AI-driven workflows to streamline operations from order intake to manufacturing release, enhancing efficiency and...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Help us drive innovation as a Senior Applications Engineer, providing technical leadership and support for semiconductor test systems. Collaborate with customers to deliver tailored solutions and ensu...

3 weeks ago

Ā  • Ā  5 - 7 years exp.Ā  • Ā  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.