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.
$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...
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Senior Automation Engineer, Factory Software
$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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Senior Software Performance Engineer - Autonomous Vehicles
$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...
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$108K - $130K *
Elevate network engineering capabilities by providing comprehensive support across the lifecycle of tactical network systems, ensuring secure information exchange and compliance within multidisciplina...
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$80K - $95K *
Elevate the quality assurance process by leading testing initiatives, ensuring product reliability, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional software solutions that meet us...
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$74K - $123K *
Help us implement and enhance software infrastructure for electrical system modeling, supporting digital transformation and sustainability efforts. Join a team passionate about excellence and innovati...
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Senior Integration Test Engineer
$100K - $125K *
Drive innovation in vehicle testing by leading HIL and static vehicle-level tests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate safety-critical systems, ensuring high performance and reliabilit...
3 weeks ago
Senior Java Software Engineer – Developer
$160K - $217K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of ground support software through innovative Java development and Agile methodologies for advanced defense solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance m...
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Senior Java Software Engineer – Developer
$171K - $232K *
Transform software solutions by leading Java development in a dynamic agile team. Contribute to groundbreaking projects for command and control systems, ensuring reliability and efficiency in complex...
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$61K - $122K *
Champion quality assurance in cancer diagnostics by overseeing manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across operations. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...
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$182K - $338K *
Champion the future of F-35 software architecture by leading design decisions, enforcing technical standards, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality solutions in an agile environment...
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Senior Computer System Validation Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Empower compliance initiatives by managing validation processes and change control across regulatory environments, ensuring adherence to procedures while fostering collaborative cross-functional engag...
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$88K - $105K *
Partner with us to design, develop, and test cutting-edge electronics for aerospace and defense applications, collaborating with engineers to drive innovative solutions throughout the product lifecycl...
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$120K - $145K *
Champion complex mechanical projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while leading multidisciplinary teams. Drive process improvements and maintain strong client relationships in a collab...
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Senior Java Software Engineer – Developer
$171K - $232K *
Contribute to innovative software solutions as a senior engineer, leading the design, development, and maintenance of complex applications for space vehicle command and control. Join a dynamic team ut...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Electrical/Electronic Quality & Reliability Engineer
$85K - $100K *
Optimize vehicle quality by analyzing and improving electrical hardware issues. Collaborate with teams to drive corrective actions, support problem-solving efforts, and enhance reliability for success...
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Electrical/Electronic Quality & Reliability Engineer
$90K - $110K *
Deliver innovative solutions in vehicle electrical quality and reliability. Drive corrective actions, collaborate with suppliers, and enhance problem-solving processes to improve vehicle performance a...
1 month ago
Software Dev Engineer, Amazon Security, ASCOT Engineering
$143K - $194K *
Champion the design and development of scalable, secure systems on AWS, driving architectural decisions and collaborating across teams to deliver innovative security solutions that enhance customer tr...
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Software Integration Engineer 2 (NHK - 001)
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in advancing system administration and automation, leveraging your expertise in Linux and scripting to enhance operational efficiency and support critical infrastructure in a dynamic e...
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Software Engineer Skill Level 3
$230K - $248K *
Transform complex software systems by developing, enhancing, and maintaining innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, debug software, and implement algorithms that meet pe...
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Software Engineer Skill Level 3
$230K - $248K *
Join a dynamic team to develop and enhance complex software systems, ensuring high performance and adherence to design requirements. Collaborate with engineers and lead projects while utilizing advanc...
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Quality Engineer, Hardware (III-Senior)
$100K - $170K *
Elevate quality standards in aerospace by leading inspections, managing compliance, and driving process improvements. Collaborate with teams to ensure product excellence and safety while fostering str...
1 week ago
Software Engineer - Technology
$108K - $115K *
Join our agile team as a full stack engineer to develop innovative applications, enhance AI features, and ensure operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional partners in a dynamic...
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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.