Software Test Engineer Jobs

Explore Software Test Engineer opportunities with employers seeking professionals who can help deliver dependable, high-quality software. Ladders features vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on software quality assurance, test automation, and product reliability.

What Software Test Engineers Do

Software Test Engineers assess applications and systems to identify defects, validate requirements, and reduce risk before and after release. Depending on the role, they may design test plans, write and maintain automated tests, perform exploratory and regression testing, and collaborate with developers, product managers, and quality teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers may look for experience with software testing methods, programming or scripting, test automation frameworks, and defect-tracking tools. Knowledge of continuous integration and delivery, APIs, cloud platforms, databases, and Agile development can also be valuable. Specific requirements vary by employer, product, and level of responsibility.

Explore Software Test Engineer Careers

Find opportunities across industries and organizations, from hands-on testing positions to roles that help shape quality strategy. Browse Software Test Engineer jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and identify positions that align with your expertise and career goals.

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$90K - $110K *

Drive quality assurance efforts by analyzing requirements, designing test scenarios, and executing tests for web and mobile applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing pra...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $120K *

Elevate software quality by managing test planning, execution, and reporting. Collaborate with development teams, mentor junior testers, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards while drivin...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $123K *

Transform the quality assurance landscape by developing and validating test solutions for server hardware in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring reliability and performance across multiple r...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by developing AI-driven test automation solutions for airline APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing workflows and ensure high-quality software delivery i...

Miami, FLRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Explore career opportunities as you collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative test automation solutions that enhance intelligent technology for consumer use-cases while driving efficiency i...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the quality of complex data-driven applications through a blend of manual and automated testing, focusing on large datasets and data flows while collaborating...

Georgia, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading automated testing initiatives for cloud-based ERP systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance across various business processes and upgrades...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive quality assurance for modern healthcare applications, ensuring reliability and maintainability through automated testing, API validation, and collaboration in an Agile environment. Contribute to...

Georgia, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading test automation efforts, developing scripts, and ensuring software quality through comprehensive testing strategies in a collaborative environment...

Rockville, MDRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $154K *

Accelerate progress at our company by designing and building automated regression capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing efficiency and reliability, ensuring faster r...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on validating and optimizing Azure developer desktops. You'll design automated tests, ensure security compliance, and enhance performance metrics...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to validate and enhance data migration processes through comprehensive testing, ensuring quality and performance in a dynamic Agile environment. Your expertise will drive successful syst...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing AI product quality through rigorous testing and requirements management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software meets user needs and indus...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join our team to ensure high-quality AI product releases by developing test plans, executing tests, and managing requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance product functionality and drive...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $118K *

Elevate the quality of software by designing automated testing frameworks and integrating AI tools for enhanced efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth delivery of hig...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining quality assurance through AI-accelerated test automation. You'll build scalable automation suites, integrate quality gates, and collaborate with engineers to enhance test...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $115K *

Innovate testing strategies and enhance software quality through automated and manual verification. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and optimize processes while leveraging AWS and full-s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower engineering teams by building robust test automation solutions that enhance productivity. Design and own comprehensive frameworks that streamline workflows, and collaborate with product teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential as a Software Quality Assurance Engineer, ensuring compliance with DO-178 and DO-254 standards. Collaborate with engineers and certification authorities to enhance software quali...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $154K *

Lead the charge in building automated regression capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable Playwright and TypeScript automation, ensuring software qualit...

Virginia, MNRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Empower quality through engineering excellence and automation. Drive innovation by integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with teams to elevate software standards and preven...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $190K *

Accelerate your career by validating and testing complex satellite communications systems for the U.S. Marine Corps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance and mission su...

Carlsbad, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of cutting-edge test automation solutions, leveraging JavaScript and Python to enhance scalability, quality, and speed in the software develop...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as you craft and execute comprehensive software test plans for mission-critical applications, ensuring quality and reliability in a fast-paced, innovative en...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of automated testing frameworks using JavaScript or TypeScript, ensuring quality and reliability in web applications and APIs while collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Software Test Engineer do?question toggle

    A Software Test Engineer checks software quality by planning and performing tests, finding and documenting defects, and helping teams verify that products meet requirements. Responsibilities may include manual testing, automation, regression testing, and validating releases.

  • What skills are commonly required for Software Test Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include test planning, defect reporting, programming or scripting, test automation, and familiarity with development workflows. Employers may also value experience with APIs, CI/CD, cloud services, databases, and Agile practices.

  • Are Software Test Engineer jobs available on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including Software Test Engineer opportunities. Availability and qualifications vary by listing.

  • How can I find the right Software Test Engineer role?question toggle

    Compare job responsibilities, required testing tools, industry, work arrangement, and experience level. Focus on listings that match your background in manual or automated testing and your preferred career direction.