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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$121K - $192K *

Lead the charge in incident response efforts and digital forensics, driving security investigations across diverse environments. Enhance detection engineering and threat hunting practices to elevate o...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Support partners and internal teams by creating clear enablement content that translates complex technical information into practical, actionable guidance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance un...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $170K *

Execute complex, cross-functional initiatives while navigating ambiguity and redefining operational models. Your strategic insights and leadership will propel projects to success and enhance overall o...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $209K *

Shape the future of healthcare by designing and developing full-stack applications that integrate generative AI and cloud technologies to create smart, intuitive solutions for clinicians and patients...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $212K *

Grow your career with an innovative team focused on designing and optimizing advanced AI solutions to enhance product intelligence and drive automation across systems. Collaborate cross-functionally t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $193K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise IAM strategies, driving security architecture, and managing authentication solutions to enhance organizational cybersecurity and compliance across complex system...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $224K *

Engineer innovative software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive development on product features using Java and agile methodologies to enhance application performance and usa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $218K *

Lead the charge in building scalable distributed systems, owning the end-to-end software development lifecycle, and driving impactful solutions while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring system rel...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $182K *

Transform and enhance our multi-cloud infrastructure through innovative automation, ensuring reliability and performance while supporting up to 50 Billion daily requests. Collaborate with teams to str...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative platform solutions by driving the software development lifecycle. Mentor engineers and influence architectural decisions while ensuring scalability through clo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$246K - $394K *

Join a team that's redefining customer experiences as a Senior Principal Engineer. Drive the technical strategy for integrated platforms, enhance onboarding and support processes, and lead cross-funct...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving quality assurance for Fixed Income and Trading Systems. Leverage your skills in testing, integration, and documentation to ensure flawless performance and compliance in a c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's securing access to mission-critical systems through Identity & Access Management. This role focuses on managing identity governance, access control, and single sign-on solutions wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$263K - $395K *

Shape the future of our mobile platform by leading architectural design and driving an innovative technical vision. Mentor teams, enhance performance, and build robust systems for scaling and reliabil...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in creating cutting-edge embedded software solutions for autonomous mobile robotics. Drive technical excellence, oversee collaborative engineering efforts, and ensure high reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading a talented team to deliver high-quality email campaigns while optimizing technical workflows and integrating AI tools in a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading end-to-end data migrations, collaborating with clients to design tailored solutions, executing migrations across diverse environments, and building repeatable processes for...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in transforming Navy data enablement as an Integration Engineer. Drive API-Led infrastructure modernization, optimize development lifecycles, and impact mission-critical projects in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Strategize technical product evolution while translating complex architecture into impactful business narratives. Drive alignment between Product and Engineering, utilizing AI tools for enhanced effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the development of a new Materials & Purchasing vertical, connecting design to procurement. Drive end-to-end features across the stack, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of technical delivery by leading multi-disciplinary teams specializing in data engineering, governance, visualization, and AI. Drive excellence and practice maturation, ensuring a uni...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Serve as a key reliability consultant, bridging diagnostics and operations to enhance customer asset performance, uptime, and maintenance effectiveness through actionable insights and tailored reliabi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering advanced Building Automation Systems in mission-critical environments while collaborating with engineers, vendors, and clients to ensure project success and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $178K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategic deployment of SAP BTP services, ensuring high availability and implementing security frameworks across global accounts. Collaborate with diverse teams to opti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $260K *

Shape the future of data architecture by defining AI-driven strategies and standards, leading cross-functional teams to enable scalable insights and optimized workflows while mentoring engineers to bu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.