Latest High-Paying Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Jobs

Welcome to our dedicated page for Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) roles. These are critical roles that involve developing effective testing systems for software, ensuring high-quality products for consumers.

Why Choose a Career as an SDET?

As a key player in the software development process, an SDET tests software products, identifies bugs, and helps improve overall software quality. They play a significant role in safeguarding brand reputation through robust product quality.

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Find the best career opportunities in the SDET field with job listings from leading companies. Start exploring now.

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$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by embedding with internal teams, developing end-to-end production AI applications, and directly addressing real user needs through hands-on software delivery and collaboration in a f...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower your skills as a Mobile Developer to create impactful applications for businesses. Collaborate with teams to build, maintain, and enhance mobile solutions adhering to high standards and a seam...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement cloud-native applications and solutions, utilizing cutting-edge technologies, and drive modernization efforts for clients, enhancing both efficiency and val...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $257K *

Join us to innovate and scale AI evaluation systems, enhancing quality, reliability, and trustworthiness across platforms. Collaborate with teams to integrate new capabilities and drive impactful AI s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $257K *

Explore new paradigms in cloud technology by designing robust APIs and services, transforming manual processes into seamless self-service capabilities for developers while ensuring reliability and inf...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Empower your career by contributing to backend C# and T-SQL development. Engage in optimizing performance and enhancing import product functionality within a dynamic team, all while adhering to best p...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as an Automation Software Tester, driving QA excellence in Clinical Trials software development. Leverage your skills in automated testing and DevOps practices to enhance quality a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $212K *

Drive the future of software infrastructure by shaping developer platforms and AI tooling. Collaborate broadly to enhance engineer productivity and deliver impactful solutions across the organization...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $152K *

Help us design and implement robust data pipelines that scale across various architectures. Engage with stakeholders to ensure data quality and observability, while continuously improving solutions in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $169K *

Join a team that's redefining product engineering by building innovative software solutions from concept to deployment, focusing on seamless integrations across multiple platforms and enhancing the us...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $132K *

Take ownership of enhancing in-house tools, investigating performance issues, and optimizing enterprise systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure scalability and reliability of...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $257K *

Architect and lead the development of innovative web applications, shaping front-end and back-end architectures. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality, user-centric solutions while op...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in automating quality assurance to empower engineering teams with robust, scalable test frameworks. Collaborate with product teams to build and optimize solutions that enhance producti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Design and enhance a robust test automation framework using Playwright, ensuring compliance and quality across UI, API, and integration layers through innovative AI-assisted methodologies in a high-st...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement scalable web applications for a secure cloud service, leveraging microservices and innovative software development practices in a fast-paced environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Reimagine backend systems and drive complex projects that enhance the reliability, scalability, and performance of Vanta's core security monitoring platform by collaborating with diverse engineering t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Drive impactful AI initiatives and set technical standards across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality, compliant AI product development...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Lead the design and development of innovative software applications, optimize APIs and UI, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product delivery and quality in an agile environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $148K *

Engage deeply with enterprise clients as their strategic technical advisor, driving the successful implementation and optimization of innovative hiring solutions. Leverage your expertise to analyze pe...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $265K *

Elevate your career by leading AI adoption across teams, translating real user needs into impactful platform capabilities, and driving cross-functional strategic initiatives to enhance company-wide wo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and enhance virtualization technologies for testing vehicles, driving innovation in embedded systems with a focus on...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Join a team that's enhancing transportation logistics through SAP solutions. Leverage expertise in manual testing and Agile methodologies to ensure system reliability in a critical ERP implementation...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $287K *

Engineer innovative profiling tools within the Developer Tools team, leading the design and development of features that streamline performance data collection and visualization in complex cloud and c...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $287K *

Transform user experiences by designing and developing advanced profiling tools for cloud environments, enhancing performance analysis and visualization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and dr...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform quality assurance processes by integrating manual testing with automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery, ensuring robust testing practices and an agil...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an SDET do?question toggle

    A Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) role involves creating and implementing testing procedures for software. They assist in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving software defects.

  • What is the average salary of an SDET?question toggle

    While salaries can vary broadly based on location, industry, and experience, SDET roles often command a high salary, reflective of their critical role in software quality assurance.

  • What skills are needed for an SDET role?question toggle

    Critical skills for SDETs include knowledge of programming languages, a keen eye for detail, analytical thinking, and a proficiency in testing methodologies and software development life cycle.

  • Do I need a degree to become an SDET?question toggle

    Though not always mandatory, many employers prefer candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Equally, if not more important, are practical skills and experience.