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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$146K - $293K *

Deliver innovative emulation solutions to clients, enhancing designs through guidance, improving methodologies, and collaborating with R&D to optimize product deployment and customer satisfaction...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by leveraging your expertise in C, C++, and Python within a dynamic team focused on developing and testing flight-critical systems in a UNIX/LINUX environment. Join us to innova...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring product excellence through innovative manufacturing test engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement effective testing strate...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $204K *

Lead the charge in developing critical software applications, executing all phases of the software development lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive innovat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of automated test systems, driving innovation in testing and validation processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliabil...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Drive the integration and testing of Submarine Combat Systems, ensuring functionality and performance through rigorous testing procedures. Collaborate with engineers to log deficiencies and support va...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $199K *

Drive innovation by designing and automating tools for content creation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production pipelines and deliver exceptional results in real-time graphics...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $155K *

Discover your potential by validating and testing RF systems, optimizing transceivers, troubleshooting issues, and contributing to groundbreaking wireless technologies in a dynamic team environment. E...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing RF testing methodologies. Lead the development of test systems, troubleshoot complex RF setups, and mentor engineers to ensure precision in testing operations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $140K *

Lead the testing and development of RF components, ensuring precision and efficiency. Collaborate with engineers, troubleshoot complex systems, and mentor team members while maintaining high-quality s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $144K *

Develop and execute comprehensive test strategies to ensure software quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify defects and drive continuous improvement in QA processes, enhancing us...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $175K *

Shape the future of electrical cable and harness testing by leading a dynamic team. Drive technical excellence, manage resources, and ensure compliance across multiple programs while fostering employe...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining vehicle testing by developing innovative systems for Hybrid Electric Vehicles. Collaborate with engineers and vendors to enhance design verification processes and optimiz...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform engineering practices and drive platform evolution by enhancing CI/CD, cloud-native technologies, and developer tools. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable solutions while mentoring...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading test automation initiatives across SAP domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality solutions and drive continuous improveme...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$84K - $131K *

Join a dynamic team to provide scientific expertise and application support, enhancing customer experiences through product demonstrations, training, and troubleshooting while collaborating with cross...

Illinois, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $98K *

Drive innovation as you collaborate across teams to enhance testing solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency in manufacturing processes while contributing to strategic planning and continuous improv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Quality Engineer, enhancing manufacturing processes through hands-on support, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Develop and implement quality control processes and testing methods to ensure product reliability. Analyze defects, collaborate with suppliers, and lead initiatives for continuous improvement while ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Drive quality assurance processes for embedded software, ensuring release integrity and testing environments are robust while collaborating seamlessly across teams to deliver reliable products that me...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock safe and efficient execution of all-up-round testing for tactical SRM propulsion systems, ensuring compliance and coordination with government and safety organizations throughout the test lifec...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading the migration of complex data systems, ensuring data integrity and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize technology stacks and optimize data proces...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Design and execute testing procedures for NASA's Mission Control software, collaborating with engineering teams and users to ensure system reliability and performance in spaceflight operations...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive specialized QA initiatives requiring deep technical expertise in automation, integration, performance, security, and AI. Collaborate with the QA team to enhance testing strategies and ensure hig...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week 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.