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 - $110K *

Build quality into impactful software solutions by shaping testing strategies, creating test plans, and executing both manual and automated tests. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable, user-ready...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Web QA Engineer, ensuring top-notch quality for a web product used by millions. Collaborate with engineers, conduct thorough testing, and enhance user experience across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you ensure the quality of web experiences used by millions. Collaborate with engineers to identify and resolve issues, while enhancing product performance acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive the development and enhancement of complex software systems, ensuring high performance and adherence to design requirements. Collaborate with teams to solve challenges in processing-intensive an...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Elevate software development by creating and enhancing complex systems, ensuring adherence to design requirements while resolving issues and optimizing performance through innovative solutions and met...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative flight software for a groundbreaking space station, collaborating with engineers across various subsystems to enhance performance and reliability in a fast-pace...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $220K *

Engineer system excellence by developing models and simulations that enhance SoC/IP project outcomes. Collaborate across teams to define requirements while optimizing architectures for performance, po...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Explore your potential as you contribute to innovative cloud-native solutions, collaborating with engineers and data scientists to enhance insights and build scalable services. This role offers growth...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in elevating quality standards across Business Unit plants, driving excellence from pre-production through launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality processes...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on advanced system administration and automation. Collaborate on innovative solutions while leveraging your expertise in Linux and scripting to...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving system administration and automation efforts, leveraging your expertise in Linux and scripting to enhance operational efficiency and support critical infrastructure in a dy...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by leading assessments across hardware processes, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance safety and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $114K *

Lead the charge in hardware validation by assembling, operating, and troubleshooting complex test systems for superconducting magnets and fusion hardware, ensuring data integrity and safety compliance...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $161K *

Grow quality assurance by implementing robust CI/CD testing strategies that enhance enterprise web applications and APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed quality throughout the develo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $137K *

Join our team to design and execute comprehensive test plans, ensuring high-quality networking products through effective automation and collaboration with developers. Drive improvements in performanc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive systems architecture and integration for autonomous vessels, ensuring robust electrical and software performance. Lead reliability testing and cross-functional collaboration while mentoring engi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives to enhance product integrity and mission readiness. Collaborate across teams to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and maintain compliance with industry...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $238K *

Join a team that's transforming legacy systems into innovative, cloud-native architectures. Drive modernization initiatives leveraging cutting-edge technologies while shaping architectural decisions a...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $238K *

Join us in transforming a legacy system into a modern cloud-native architecture, leveraging your expertise in full-stack development, microservices, and DevSecOps to drive innovation and efficiency in...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $265K *

Join a team that's redefining aircraft systems integration through innovative software solutions. You'll develop and maintain real-time I/O software, collaborating across disciplines to enhance testin...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $140K *

Unlock potential by executing validation tests and troubleshooting hardware issues. Collaborate with engineers to support root cause investigations and enhance quality in a dynamic technology environm...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing productivity through effective program supervision, resource management, and continuous quality improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment while ensu...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$176K - $332K *

Innovate software solutions by leading design, development, and testing efforts. Collaborate with teams to ensure system requirements are met while maintaining high standards of quality and security i...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$176K - $332K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Software Engineer, leading the design, development, and testing of innovative software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet system requir...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $225K *

Unlock your potential by joining a talented team to develop innovative software solutions that meet program requirements and enhance mission success for our valued clients...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.