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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$190K - $240K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on transforming infrastructure data into actionable insights, enhancing operational efficiency through innovative streaming analytics and robust ETL...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $240K *

Champion the design and delivery of AI-enabled software for vulnerability research, integrating complex features and subsystems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance research work...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform automotive software by integrating AUTOSAR solutions, fostering hands-on development, and collaborating across subsystems to optimize powertrain and gateway technologies for next-gen vehicle...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Shape the future of quality engineering by leading initiatives that enhance manufacturing processes, drive continuous improvement, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective quality management...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $212K *

Join a dynamic team to develop calibration software and algorithms for precision instruments, enhancing measurement accuracy in ATE equipment. Collaborate across sites, mentor new engineers, and drive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to quality assurance by designing and deploying automation solutions, ensuring stable applications through testing and collaboration. Leverage problem-solving skills to enhance data enginee...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you ensure the quality and stability of applications. Leverage your problem-solving skills in Data Engineering while designing and deploying automated testing solutions that con...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Innovate and enhance quality assurance processes by designing and implementing test automation solutions for data engineering applications, ensuring optimal performance and stability while collaborati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $169K *

Create scalable data pipelines and analytics solutions to drive economic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data architecture and support machine learning initiatives, ensuri...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$61K - $141K *

Unlock potential by ensuring software reliability and user experience. Collaborate with developers to create test plans, execute comprehensive testing, and document results. Join a dynamic team focuse...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance game development quality through testing solutions. Collaborate with developers and QA teams to identify issues, improve test coverage, and ensure product excellence thr...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the technical vision for large-scale systems software, architecting solutions that enhance performance, reliability, and scalability across distributed infrastructure serving billions of users. D...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of large-scale systems software by driving technical vision and architecture for platform services and runtime environments, ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability across...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Optimize cutting-edge RF test systems for satellite payloads. Manage test methodologies, equipment, and quality assurance to ensure reliable performance across production and complex hardware environm...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Drive innovation by leading RF test engineering efforts for satellite payloads. Own test systems, collaborate with design teams, and ensure high-quality production through robust testing and automatio...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $156K *

Transform healthcare facilities by leading quality assurance for MEP systems. Utilize engineering expertise to ensure compliance, develop quality plans, and facilitate cross-functional collaboration o...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$86K - $115K *

Lead the charge in testing and maintenance of complex submarine systems, overseeing multidisciplinary teams, mentoring specialists, and enhancing problem-solving capabilities within a shipyard environ...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Champion the development of AI-driven legal software, leading a team to innovate and deliver scalable solutions. Drive technical strategy, mentor engineers, and ensure operational excellence in a fast...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $219K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative AI-driven legal solutions, guiding a talented engineering team to deliver scalable, production-ready products while fostering a culture of experimentation an...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K *

Engage with us to enhance product quality by serving as the key link between customer and manufacturing facilities, ensuring effective communication, non-conformance resolution, and strong customer re...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$166K - $195K *

Elevate quality standards by leading testing initiatives and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability and performance while driving continuous improv...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $195K *

Optimize factory operations by developing software and data systems that connect manufacturing equipment, enhancing integration and accessibility for engineers and operators in a collaborative environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $165K *

Unlock your potential by leading validation initiatives in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Drive multiple projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency in aseptic fill-finish operations and packa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to lead validation efforts in a global pharmaceutical setting, ensuring compliance and quality in manufacturing processes, equipment, and automation initiatives within a highly reg...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$224K - $431K *

Unlock potential by optimizing autonomous driving software performance. Collaborate across teams to enhance latency and throughput, leveraging cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, multi-hardware en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.