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.
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.
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.
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.
Mid-Level Test Engineer/Analyst
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to analyze and enhance missile defense systems through rigorous testing and data analysis, ensuring operational excellence and system integration for tactical applications...
Yesterday
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer, Data & Platform Engineering
$100K - $143K *
Unlock quality excellence by leading testing strategies for large-scale data pipelines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive impact and innovation in our dynamic advertising technol...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer, Data & Platform Engineering
$115K - $165K *
Shape the future of data quality by leading QA efforts within a dynamic engineering team. Engage closely with data engineers to tackle complex challenges in high-volume data systems and foster innovat...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$70K - $205K *
Lead the charge in developing and sustaining test programs for ASIC and Embedded Logic devices, ensuring quality and efficiency in production while collaborating with global teams to drive cost-effect...
1 week ago
Software Integration & Test Engineer
$88K - $105K *
Shape the future of integrated systems by executing software tests, enhancing lab operations, and driving effective troubleshooting strategies to ensure seamless functionality within distributed envir...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Advanced Mechanical Test Design Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in advanced mechanical design projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and develop high-quality mechanical systems that enhance product functionality and meet st...
3 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Empower your career by designing and maintaining automation frameworks that enhance software quality and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Elevate software quality by designing and maintaining automation frameworks, leading testing lifecycles, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and enhance product reliabil...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Optimize quality assurance processes by designing and maintaining automation frameworks that enhance software reliability and delivery speed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complian...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $90K *
Support a dynamic team by executing reliability tests, operating lab equipment, and documenting results. Collaborate across product development to ensure quality and safety in testing environments whi...
3 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Deliver high-quality testing solutions by developing automated frameworks and conducting comprehensive testing across applications. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with quality standards a...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Play a key role in ensuring application quality through comprehensive testing, including functional and non-functional assessments. Collaborate with teams to develop automated solutions and maintain h...
1 week ago
$108K - $130K *
Drive quality assurance excellence by developing and executing comprehensive testing strategies, ensuring all applications meet enterprise standards through automated solutions and collaboration with...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform quality assurance processes by leading automated and manual testing efforts, ensuring all applications meet enterprise standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance testing frameworks and dri...
1 week ago
$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...
2 days ago
Senior Software Dev QA Engineer
$112K - $137K *
Empower quality assurance in software development by designing and executing test plans, automating processes, and collaborating with teams to enhance product reliability and performance across divers...
1 week ago
Senior Automation Engineer - Ansible
$104K - $166K *
Accelerate automation initiatives by developing end-to-end solutions using Ansible, Python, and RESTful APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compl...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform your career by driving hands-on software evaluations and integrations in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with experts to assess and onboard innovative technologies, ensuring operational r...
2 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Develop innovative software solutions to enhance client capabilities, collaborating across teams to deliver effective applications while navigating unique deployment challenges and limited resources...
2 days ago
Software Engineer, Quality & Automation
$110K - $130K *
Elevate quality and automation efforts for enterprise deployments. Collaborate with customers and engineering to develop a robust QA function using agentic tooling, ensuring consistent environments an...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Quality & Automation
$120K - $145K *
Transform quality assurance by owning automation for enterprise deployments and enhancing customer experiences with agent-first tooling. Collaborate with teams to strengthen testing, reduce bugs, and...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Manufacturing Test Engineer III
$95K - $115K *
Take ownership of manufacturing test engineering processes, enhancing production efficiency and quality. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop test procedures, troubleshoot issues, and drive conti...
2 days ago
Mechanical Test Operations Engineer - Certified Test Conductor
$85K - $158K *
Unlock potential by leading mechanical test operations for the Orion program. Ensure safe, efficient execution of test procedures while coordinating support across 24/7 shifts. Drive compliance and in...
1 week ago
Test Engineer / Principal Test Engineer - 19822
$72K - $108K *
Advance your career by developing and executing comprehensive test plans, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with customer requirements in a dynamic engineering environm...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Software Engineer- Product Reliability Engineering
$120K - $145K *
Drive automation and reliability in global payment systems by designing, building, and evolving infrastructure as code. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data platforms and deploy AI...
Yesterday
What does a Software Test Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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.