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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$70K - $93K *

Elevate software quality by designing and implementing robust automation frameworks for web applications and APIs, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams to deliver high-quality cloud-native sol...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $93K *

Elevate software quality by designing and implementing robust automation frameworks for web applications and APIs, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams and delivering high-quality cloud-native...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leveraging your expertise in system testing to enhance software quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and ensure compliance with project...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading software integration and testing for complex systems. Collaborate across teams to develop automated solutions, execute test plans, and ensure requirements verification thro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as a Software Test Coordinator, overseeing testing activities across multiple projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software quality and compliance, while dri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Inspire quality assurance excellence by designing automated test frameworks that enhance efficiency and collaboration. Drive software validation and continuous improvement in an Agile environment whil...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engineer robust testing solutions by managing manual and automated testing efforts, ensuring quality through detailed documentation and collaboration with developers. Support Risk Management Framework...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $300K *

Shape the future as a System Validation Engineer, bridging hardware and software to enhance user experience. Drive performance metrics, automate testing, and collaborate across teams to ensure system...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the integration and validation of advanced electronic test systems for semiconductor characterization, collaborating with diverse engineering teams to enhance product performance and ensure qual...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the security and performance of modern information-sharing platforms. As a Test Engineer II, you'll develop testing criteria, execute tests, and ensure operat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through rigorous testing. As a Test Engineer II, you'll define, execute, and analyze tests for critical systems, ensuring quality and reliabilit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engineer automated testing frameworks for UI products, leveraging Java, C++, and Python. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, ensuring quality through effective test script development and communicat...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on software testing and integration. Collaborate on national security projects, enhancing innovative technology through rigorous testing and configuration...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of software testing by collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance national security projects through rigorous acceptance, integration, and regression testing, ensuring hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize testing methodologies for hardware-in-the-loop systems, ensuring robust test plans and execution. Collaborate with engineers to enhance automation and reporting, driving quality and efficienc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $160K *

Lead the optimization of propulsion subsystem testing by enhancing hardware and software capabilities, training operators, and resolving non-conformances to ensure production efficiency and quality in...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of product launches by ensuring top-notch quality through meticulous testing and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Leverage your expertise in Python and Swift to enhance demo...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead a high-performing team to validate IoT and computer vision products, ensuring quality and reliability through strategic testing and integration. Collaborate with global teams to drive innovation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in validating cutting-edge IoT and computer vision products. Drive team performance and ensure product quality through strategic testing and integration, while collaborating with globa...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading validation efforts for cutting-edge IoT and computer vision products. Drive technical excellence and team performance while ensuring product reliability and quality ac...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the validation of IoT and computer vision products by leading a high-performing team, defining strategies, and ensuring quality across hardware, software, and cloud integrations to drive prod...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing team to validate IoT and computer vision products, ensuring quality and reliability through strategic testing and integration across hardware, software, and cloud en...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $184K *

Transform the future of defense technology by designing, testing, and delivering innovative software solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges and ensure high-quality, se...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality by designing and implementing automated API testing solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability and performa...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of autonomous vehicles by validating onboard software systems. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you'll enhance software quality through automated testing, collaborating across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.