Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Jobs

Explore Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) roles that combine software engineering and quality assurance. SDETs design and build automated testing systems, strengthen product reliability, and help development teams deliver high-quality software. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles across software, technology, and product organizations.

What Does an SDET Do?

SDETs create and maintain automated test frameworks, write code to validate applications, and integrate testing into continuous integration and delivery workflows. They may test APIs, web and mobile applications, distributed systems, and cloud services. The role often includes identifying defects, analyzing test results, collaborating with developers, and improving quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle.

Common SDET Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#, along with test automation tools and frameworks. Familiarity with API testing, databases, version control, CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms, and Agile development can also be valuable. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills help SDETs turn product requirements into reliable test strategies.

Career Paths in Software Quality Engineering

SDET careers can progress into senior or staff engineering roles, test automation leadership, quality engineering management, or broader software engineering positions. Some professionals specialize in performance, security, mobile, or platform testing. Career opportunities and requirements vary by employer, product, and level of responsibility.

Find SDET Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted SDET and software quality engineering opportunities on Ladders. Discover professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, and compare positions based on responsibilities, required skills, and career level.

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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in automation for AI server repair. Support the design and optimization of advanced systems, ensuring efficiency and reliability in high-tech operations while col...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering and testing for PNT products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage junior engineers, and ensure customer requirements are met through rigorou...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of software engineering by developing and maintaining advanced lab control applications. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality results and compliance while impl...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $194K *

Elevate your career by implementing innovative telecom components and collaborating with cross-functional teams to create scalable solutions that enhance user experience and infrastructure using cutti...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leveraging your full stack development skills and Oracle expertise. Collaborate in an Agile environment to create innovative software solutions while ensuring compliance with se...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$168K - $227K *

Support developer innovation by designing essential tools and frameworks for software builders. Collaborate with teams to enhance usability, reliability, and scalability, ensuring optimal performance...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$136K - $184K *

Unlock potential by leading design assurance activities for medical device software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, influence software development, ensure compliance with standards, and driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $194K *

Develop innovative manufacturing software systems for satellite production, collaborating across disciplines to enhance assembly, testing, and security. Engage in creative problem-solving to optimize...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software development with full stack expertise, focusing on Oracle technologies and Agile methodologies while ensuring security clearance compliance and collab...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by designing and delivering scalable software solutions that drive innovation in transportation logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while leveraging AI technologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$143K - $194K *

Accelerate progress at building globally distributed systems for real-time analytics and AI. Design scalable architectures, implement data management frameworks, and ensure optimal performance for low...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Explore innovative solutions by designing and delivering scalable software for transportation and logistics platforms. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to tackle complex problems and dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing transportation through innovative AI-powered software. As a pivotal contributor, you'll design scalable solutions and collaborate across functions to turn complex ch...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Transform the quality assurance landscape by developing automated testing solutions for AI-driven restaurant software, enhancing reliability and efficiency in a dynamic engineering environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Deliver technical laboratory automation services, providing support for equipment and solutions that enhance research efficiency, ensuring adherence to safety and compliance protocols...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Execute integrated financial configuration validation across ServiceNow, APIs, and AWS. Develop and verify test scenarios, ensuring compliance with business rules, data segregation, and audit history...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team to build cutting-edge software provenance tools. Drive innovations that enhance integrity and traceability across Amazon's development ecosystem, ensuring se...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Engage in building and enhancing a managed streaming service, focusing on Apache Kafka. Develop scalable features, improve performance, and contribute to both open source and internal systems to eleva...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Unlock innovation as you design systems that transform unstructured data into structured product knowledge, enhancing customer experiences and powering retail solutions for diverse teaming across the...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $250K *

Innovate the data landscape by shaping a next-gen data platform focused on distributed systems. Collaborate with customers, tackle complex challenges, and influence product direction while utilizing a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Collaborate with engineers to develop and test lunar rover technologies, ensuring successful sub-assembly and technology test campaigns while advancing production processes and equipment design...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $175K *

Transform customer experience by designing and delivering robust APIs and backend services. Own production features end-to-end, ensuring reliability and quality while collaborating with cross-function...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $194K *

Deliver innovative photo memory experiences across devices by leveraging full-stack engineering skills. Collaborate on a unified platform and utilize generative AI to enhance user engagement and scala...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Unlock potential by designing and building cutting-edge AI migration solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance autonomous agents that streamline enterprise cloud transitions, ensuring high...

2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic team by developing automated test programs for Salesforce in a regulated environment. Collaborate with engineers to ensure system compliance and reliability while gain...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    An SDET is a software engineering professional who builds testing tools, automated test systems, and quality processes to help ensure software works reliably.

  • What does an SDET do day to day?question toggle

    Typical work includes writing automated tests, developing test frameworks, validating APIs and applications, investigating defects, and collaborating with software teams to improve product quality.

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

    Requirements often include programming ability, test automation experience, API testing, CI/CD knowledge, and familiarity with software development practices. Specific tools and qualifications vary by role.

  • Are SDET jobs available with salaries of $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, specialization, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • How can I find an SDET job on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Software Development Engineer in Test, SDET, test automation, or quality engineering roles, then review each listing’s responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details.