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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$95K - $115K *

Specter Aerospace is seeking a Propulsion Engineer II focused on testing hypersonic propulsion systems. The role involves designing and maintaining test infrastructure, collaborating with engineers to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $250K *

Optimize and deploy lightweight machine learning models for edge AI applications, focusing on audio processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance model efficiency and provide technica...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $190K *

Elevate user experiences by building and shipping innovative web features for Uber Eats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance discovery and accessibility, ensuring a seamless journey for...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of health software quality by leading risk-based testing strategies, ensuring patient safety and privacy while leveraging AI for enhanced efficiency and reliability in a dynamic, coll...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring product quality through rigorous testing, analysis, and compliance with ISO standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $107K *

Join a dynamic team to conduct critical testing for launch vehicle components. Engage in structural, dynamic, and electrical testing while gaining project management and leadership experience in a fas...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving compliance innovation by automating processes to enhance governance, risk management, and compliance. Collaborate with engineers to develop scalable solutions that meet lega...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Shape compliance automation solutions to enhance governance and risk management. Collaborate with engineers to streamline processes and reduce audit risks, ensuring compliance at scale for global clou...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development of strategic test capabilities, integrating future requirements and ensuring alignment with organizational goals while engaging stakeholders to enhance test infrastructure and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $140K *

Collaborate to support and enhance critical production applications, ensuring seamless operations and automation. Engage in troubleshooting, process improvement, and user education while thriving in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing storage and backup solutions for a DoD customer. This role involves engineering, administration, and innovation across on-premises and cloud environments, ens...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $132K *

Elevate operational efficiency by providing expert engineering and administration support for storage and backup solutions across diverse environments, ensuring compliance and innovation in system man...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative automation solutions by engineering real-time controls and information systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency in the food and beverage a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $192K *

Join a team that's redefining vehicle access technology. Lead the development of innovative software solutions for key features, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integratio...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $195K *

Empower innovation by designing and coding containerized applications, ensuring compliance and performance across diverse environments. Collaborate with developers to enhance software solutions and ma...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $195K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on secure software development and artifact management. Leverage your expertise to enhance NCIS systems while ensuring compliance with industry...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $227K *

Champion the design and delivery of scalable software solutions, leading complex projects while mentoring engineers and collaborating across teams to drive best practices and innovation in a dynamic e...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$94K - $138K *

Shape the future of power conversion technologies by developing embedded software for next-gen medium-voltage systems. Collaborate with global teams to innovate solutions for electric vehicle charging...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality engineering by leading initiatives that enhance compliance and operational excellence in medical device manufacturing. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvem...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

The Senior Software Engineer will join a dynamic team at Arch, focusing on building an AI-driven analytics platform for HVAC contractors to promote energy-efficient technologies. This role involves en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $158K *

Engineer innovative test equipment for the Next Generation Interceptor program. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, develop, and validate advanced electronic systems, ensuring high-quality perf...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate software solutions, enhance product functionality, and support R&D efforts. Collaborate on diverse engineering tasks, ensuring timely delivery and impactful results in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $240K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and enhance complex software systems, focusing on analytics, algorithms, and large data sets. Collaborate on innovative solutions while ensuring adherence to design requ...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $240K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative software solutions that enhance performance and security. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment to tackle complex challenges and deliver high-quality t...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing MRO testing activities, ensuring system functionality, and supporting deployment solutions. Leverage your expertise in IT systems testing and contribute to a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.