Software Development Engineer in Test Jobs

Explore Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) jobs for experienced professionals seeking opportunities in software quality, test automation, and engineering. SDETs combine software development skills with testing expertise to help teams deliver reliable applications. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, including opportunities for qualified SDET candidates.

What Does a Software Development Engineer in Test Do?

SDETs design, build, and maintain automated tests and testing frameworks. They work with developers, product managers, and quality teams to assess software behavior, identify defects, and improve testing throughout the development lifecycle. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include API, integration, performance, and end-to-end testing.

Skills and Qualifications for SDET Roles

Employers often seek strong programming ability, experience with test automation, and a solid understanding of software development practices. Familiarity with languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C# may be useful, along with knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, version control, test frameworks, and debugging. Clear communication and analytical problem-solving help SDETs collaborate across engineering teams.

Explore SDET Career Opportunities

Software Development Engineer in Test openings can vary by industry, product, and team structure. Search for roles that align with your technical background, preferred tools, and career goals, and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details. Browse vetted SDET opportunities on Ladders to find professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

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$130K - $205K *

Elevate your career by leading technical design and architecture decisions while collaborating with customers to deliver innovative, scalable AI-driven solutions. Drive projects from concept to implem...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Make your mark at the forefront of battery technology by ensuring the performance, safety, and reliability of cutting-edge battery products through rigorous testing and analysis, while collaborating w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$86K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining proprietary software applications, utilizing C#, C++, and .NET. Collaborate on requirements gathering, design, coding, and testing to ensure high-quality...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $191K *

Drive the design and operation of high-scale, event-driven backend services, ensuring seamless shipment and delivery data processing across multiple regions while enhancing operational excellence and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $200K *

Drive the development of innovative educational products by collaborating with engineers to build robust back-end systems and user interfaces, ensuring high-quality software delivery through effective...

3 weeks ago

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

$153K - $196K *

Collaborate with engineers to enhance scalable systems using AI and ML. Drive reliability improvements and tackle complex technical challenges while contributing to infrastructure that supports signif...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$108K - $130K *

Build and enhance automated testing frameworks, supporting complex systems integration and development. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure robust performance of the da Vinci emulator and mainta...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $235K *

Optimize testing strategies and automation for HPC systems, ensuring compliance with requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate software and enhance system performance while par...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $235K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and implementing robust testing strategies for high-performance computing systems, ensuring compliance with system requirements through collaboration and inno...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $196K *

Join the Engine Productivity team to enhance test infrastructure, ensuring high-quality engine code through robust coverage reporting and diagnostics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$119K - $141K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing product quality through innovative testing solutions. In this role, you'll develop automated test software, troubleshoot devices, and collaborate cross-functi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $194K *

Innovate in a dynamic role where you'll design and build automated network solutions, enhancing system reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of scalable simulation infrastructure, automating electrical, thermal, and electromagnetic simulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and exp...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$117K - $211K *

Elevate the fan experience by developing automated test frameworks for consent management across digital platforms, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with architecture specialists to innovate and enhance AMD technologies. Drive software solutions, optimize performance, and develop groundbreaking systems-level softw...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Transform software quality assurance by driving strategies and standards for complex imaging and analysis products. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance testing processes and ensure product readi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $133K *

Help us elevate software quality by joining our dynamic engineering team, where you'll design test cases, troubleshoot issues, and ensure release readiness to enhance user experience across innovative...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $175K *

Transform the evaluation of AI agents by building a robust scoring system that enhances performance through precise measurement and feedback, driving innovation in multi-step enterprise environments...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $199K *

Elevate the future of software systems engineering by leading verification, validation, and integration efforts in a collaborative Agile team, ensuring the reliability of critical systems in a classif...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Join us to develop scalable full-stack applications using React, TypeScript, and Java. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and contribute to best practices in a cloud-native microservi...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $159K *

Lead the charge in enhancing software quality by designing automated testing frameworks. Collaborate across teams to address user needs and improve test processes, ensuring seamless deployment of reli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Software Engineer, enhancing Life & Annuity Exchange platforms. Collaborate globally to design, develop, and integrate cutting-edge applications, including Generative...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $222K *

Drive technical excellence by architecting and optimizing scalable services and automation tools, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance service delivery and mentor peers in a dynamic, AI-first e...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $231K *

Innovate and shape the future of AI platforms as a Senior Engineer, designing and building critical subsystems for enterprise Kubernetes environments. Collaborate with customers and mentor engineers t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $210K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, driving AI integration and hands-on coding. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful products while mentoring peers and owning outcome...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)?question toggle

    An SDET is a software engineer focused on testing and quality. The role commonly involves developing automated tests and tools, evaluating software, and collaborating with engineering teams to prevent and identify defects.

  • What skills are commonly required for SDET jobs?question toggle

    SDET roles commonly call for programming skills, test automation experience, knowledge of software testing methods, and familiarity with development workflows such as CI/CD. Specific languages, frameworks, and tools vary by employer.

  • Are SDET jobs available for experienced professionals?question toggle

    Yes. Employers hire SDETs at different experience levels, including senior and lead roles. Review each job listing for the required experience, technical scope, and team responsibilities.

  • How can I find SDET jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Software Development Engineer in Test listings on Ladders, where professional jobs are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. Check individual listings for compensation information and role requirements.