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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$90K - $130K *

Elevate quality assurance by leading validation and compliance efforts for medical device software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence and implement best practices...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Tackle innovative design challenges as you develop and validate structural components for passenger vehicles, ensuring efficiency and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to mee...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Champion the optimization of powertrain emissions through hands-on testing, data analysis, and calibration development to ensure compliance with stringent emissions standards and improve low-emission...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $137K *

Advance integration and testing processes by developing automated solutions, executing test plans, and troubleshooting software/hardware issues. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and reliabilit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $145K *

Empower innovation by designing and implementing automated testing solutions for cloud-based big data analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and streamline testi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $145K *

Shape the future of cloud-based testing by designing and implementing automated solutions for big data analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality and efficiency in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $145K *

Advance your career by designing and maintaining test automation frameworks for cloud applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and enhance testing processes while mentor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $145K *

Engineer automated testing solutions for a cloud-based big data platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality assurance processes and ensure robust application performance in an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $117K *

Drive automation excellence by enhancing testing frameworks and collaborating with teams to ensure high-quality software delivery. Leverage your expertise in Android testing and programming to identif...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative electronic test systems for semiconductor devices. Collaborate across teams to design, validate, and ensure robust performance while driving quality and reliability in complex prod...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $118K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic agile team to enhance software quality through functional and automation testing. Collaborate on innovative financial products using cutting-edge technologies...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of quality initiatives and drive process improvements across hardware and software deliverables. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance compliance, customer satisfaction, and continuo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Quality Automation Engineer, driving innovation in emergency response software. Collaborate on web-based applications, enhance testing frameworks, and lead projects to ensure...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of System Level Test capabilities by leading a team of engineers. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement SLT tests for next-gen AI Processors, ensuring quality and effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $155K *

Champion quality excellence in internal products and support new development. Drive audits, manage supplier quality, and improve standards to enhance reliability and performance across assigned areas...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing and building robust distributed systems that ensure fault-tolerance and efficiency while managing complex evaluation loops across diverse devices and high-throughput simul...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join us to shape the future of military simulation systems by designing and executing test protocols, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by taking ownership of QA automation processes, ensuring software quality through efficient testing frameworks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by architecting and executing comprehensive hardware test capabilities for avionics and control systems, ensuring seamless transition from prototype to production through collaboratio...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $120K *

Help us ensure wafer quality by leading defect identification and resolution. Collaborate across teams to drive root cause analysis and implement preventative strategies, maintaining world-class stand...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $100K *

Develop innovative automation solutions for control systems in power generation. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with specifications and enhance operational efficiency while providing te...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $135K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative nuclear project solutions, providing technical oversight for diverse projects while fostering strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring adherence to qualit...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Join a team supporting the KC-46 program, applying expertise in DoD test and evaluation processes to enhance performance assessments and project execution for aeronautical systems and components throu...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Agile team to develop critical enterprise software applications, leveraging modern technologies in a fast-paced environment for mission success...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$74K - $130K *

Join a dynamic Agile team in developing critical mission applications for the C2 AOC community, utilizing your software engineering skills in a fast-paced environment focused on innovative enterprise...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.