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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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of testing as you collaborate with teams to enhance test strategies, troubleshoot systems, and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing environments, ensuring quality and efficie...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $137K *

Drive innovation by optimizing DRAM and NAND test methodologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and quality while ensuring reliable testing processes and data...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through comprehensive testing. You'll lead efforts in test planning, execution, and collaboration with senior management to ensure top-notch...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $198K *

Drive rigorous software testing and evaluation to ensure functionality, reliability, and user experience. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop test plans, execute tests, and document re...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by engineering automated testing solutions, ensuring applications meet enterprise standards. Collaborate on functional and non-functional testing while mentoring pee...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate quality assurance by leading automated testing and ensuring all applications meet enterprise standards. Collaborate with developers to remediate defects, while designing and implementing robus...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $110K *

Drive enterprise quality assurance by developing and implementing automated testing solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure application functionality meets defined standards and enhance tes...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic Agile team to enhance federal IT through innovative testing techniques, ensuring high-quality software delivery and supporting digital transformation in critical government environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $155K *

Elevate the quality of mission-critical Army systems through rigorous testing, collaboration, and innovative strategies. Drive functional, integration, and regression testing to ensure compliance with...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $155K *

Join us to ensure mission-critical Army systems meet quality standards through comprehensive testing. Collaborate with teams to identify defects, execute test plans, and support both manual and automa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $130K *

Partner with us to support all phases of Delivery Operations, engaging in MTE activities across various operations. Thrive in a dynamic environment, adapting to changing priorities while ensuring miss...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive system integration and testing for hypersonic vehicles, ensuring compliance with performance standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks and document processes, contributi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $145K *

Drive the development and maintenance of manufacturing test solutions for PCB assemblies, collaborating with engineers to enhance product quality and efficiency while resolving complex test failures a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on quality engineering. Engage in impactful projects, develop testing frameworks, and enhance your leadership skills while collaborating with top...

2 weeks ago

  •   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...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop and maintain AI-driven test automation for airline APIs, enhancing QA workflows. Collaborate with teams to create scalable solutions using TypeScript, Node.js, and AWS, ensuring high-quality...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $144K *

Join our innovative team as you enhance automated testing for critical government systems, collaborating across functions to ensure quality and efficiency in digital transformation projects with signi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$62K - $111K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of test engineering by supporting the development and commissioning of test solutions, enhancing production efficiency, and driving continuous improvement in test...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$62K - $111K *

Drive the charge in developing and optimizing test solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and deliver comprehensive documentation and tra...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join our dynamic team to support the validation of complex electrical systems. Contribute to designing test procedures, troubleshooting integration issues, and ensuring that interconnected systems per...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of aerospace testing by leading the design and execution of advanced electrical and environmental test solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency in product validation and product...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative test solutions to validate and characterize cutting-edge technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and debug hardware and software for integrated circ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation by designing and implementing testing solutions for semiconductor systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software applications, automate testing processes, and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $125K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of medical technology, enhancing patient care through innovative mobile testing solutions. Play a key role in ensuring the quality of applications that streamline c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading software testing initiatives, defining test cases, and implementing automation solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality engineering strategies and ensure com...

5 days 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.