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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$110K - $130K *

Tackle complex system administration tasks while leveraging your expertise in Linux and automation tools. Collaborate with teams to enhance monitoring and metrics, ensuring optimal performance and rel...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software security by identifying vulnerabilities and implementing robust solutions. Collaborate with developers and engineers to ensure secure software practi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, facilitating design discussions, and ensuring high-quality code through rigorous testing and d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $142K *

Explore innovative automation solutions in mobile and web testing. Collaborate with developers to enhance quality assurance processes and streamline CI workflows, ensuring robust and reliable software...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $120K *

Collaborate with development teams to validate and test network management applications, ensuring they meet performance and operational standards through hands-on testing, automation, and troubleshoot...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Explore exciting challenges in AI evaluation by developing frameworks and custom validators for cutting-edge machine learning applications. Collaborate to enhance the quality and reliability of AI age...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $140K *

Join us to design and deploy advanced external data capture systems for flight tests, ensuring precise synchronization and reliable data collection for autonomous UAS platforms. Support the full test...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$191K - $253K *

Join a team that's innovating cutting-edge solutions for the Intelligence Community by spearheading functional testing and validation of advanced networking systems, driving critical analysis, and dev...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence across the product lifecycle by managing supplier and customer quality initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, resolve issues, and ensure hi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of system-level testing to ensure the reliability and performance of distributed databases. Collaborate with engineering to develop automated tests, diagnose failures, and enhance produ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $196K *

Join us to innovate cutting-edge software solutions for national defense, focusing on cyber development. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance security tools and capabilities while driving impact...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $196K *

Elevate your career by designing cutting-edge software solutions for national defense. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate in cyber development, focusing on security tools and capabilities tha...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $196K *

Unlock innovative software solutions in cyber development, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance national defense capabilities. Engage in cutting-edge projects that challenge your skills and fo...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$147K - $171K *

Unlock potential by developing scalable APIs and backend solutions using Python. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support mission-critical applications that utilize complex medical data and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $129K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with ISO standards through audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate across departments to enhance quality management syste...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Advance your career by ensuring the safety and reliability of flight control systems through rigorous software verification and validation of embedded solutions in a dynamic aerospace environment...

Longueuil, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join our Quality Assurance team to shape the future of product testing and quality evaluation. Collaborate with developers and product owners to enhance user experience through innovative testing stra...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development of cutting-edge software for simulator systems, focusing on real-time simulation and system design. Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining high stan...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform software solutions by integrating hardware and enhancing user interfaces in a collaborative environment. Utilize your expertise to support testing and documentation, ensuring top-notch perfo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring high-quality software delivery through innovative automated testing solutions. Leverage your expertise in web automation frameworks and Java to drive excellenc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $120K *

Transform vehicle quality through advanced dimensional analysis, ensuring optimal fit and finish. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement and uphold industry standards, enhancing prod...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$68K - $109K *

Elevate your career by leading testing and verification efforts, ensuring electrical test infrastructure meets high standards. Drive efficiency and compliance in testing activities for power protectio...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $130K *

Drive excellence in QA by leading testing for Blue Yonder WMS implementations. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure robust testing strategies and successful deployments, enhancing enterprise techn...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $150K *

Unlock innovative technology solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and enhance scalable integration solutions that drive business value and improve client experien...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive innovative integration solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance client experiences and deliver high-quality technology outcomes in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.