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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$85K - $107K *

Join a team that champions quality excellence by overseeing validation, compliance, and risk management for innovative products. Lead cross-functional collaborations to ensure safe regulatory practice...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform mission needs into clear capability requirements, ensuring traceability and alignment with DoD guidelines. Collaborate across teams to support program management and user research, driving e...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $101K *

Advance your career by developing and maintaining critical software for naval training systems. Collaborate with engineers and support teams to enhance the functionality and reliability of the Machine...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $114K *

Join us to lead integration and test campaigns for spacecraft systems, collaborating with teams to define requirements and develop test plans. You'll maintain test systems and investigate vehicle beha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize systems engineering processes, focusing on model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and SysML. Drive innovation through architecture development, integration, and validat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $140K *

Empower a dynamic team of Software Engineers to develop innovative full stack solutions. Collaborate on diverse technologies, ensuring user-friendly software that meets mission needs while fostering a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Empower innovation by driving full stack development, leveraging diverse technologies to create user-friendly software solutions in a collaborative environment that values independent problem solving...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $150K *

Transform propulsion systems by collaborating with engineers to develop, test, and validate advanced small engine technologies, ensuring performance and reliability for next-gen defense platforms...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $275K *

Engineer AI-driven workflows to transform complex risk management processes. Collaborate across teams to design, build, and iterate on reliable systems that enhance productivity and deliver innovative...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$216K - $241K *

Empower our mission by designing and deploying advanced Business Intelligence solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create a robust data environment using cutting-edge technologies, enhancing an...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $161K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Agile Scrum team to design, develop, and maintain complex software solutions, collaborating across multiple teams to enhance security and meet enterprise requirem...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Advance quality engineering initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance and timely delivery of products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Unlock potential by applying quality principles across design, production, and evaluation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability and performance while driving continuo...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data quality and governance. Contribute to building robust data platforms and ensure reliable data-driven decision-making through effective testing and automa...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Optimize test and evaluation processes by designing effective procedures, ensuring compliance, and enhancing quality assurance across intelligence fields. Execute comprehensive assessments and communi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your impact as you lead transformative engineering projects, enhancing security, reliability, and performance of critical banking applications through hands-on development, modern methodologie...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $186K *

Join a team that's redefining testbed infrastructure for satellite missions. Lead the design and development of cutting-edge hardware while collaborating across disciplines to ensure seamless integrat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of cutting-edge industrial automation solutions. This senior-level role combines technical execution, project leadership, and customer inte...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality and reliability. As a key player, you'll leverage your expertise in testing methodologies and tools to enhance application performance and sup...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive the integration of complex systems for Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment, collaborating with diverse teams to solve multifaceted challenges and optimize life-cycle performance while ensurin...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions by integrating legacy systems with advanced technologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage technical efforts, ensuring effective system design and lifecycle optimiza...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic Professional Services team to enhance client systems through hands-on technical solutions, project delivery, and automation. Collaborate with senior engineers and play a key role in m...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $183K *

Lead the testing and evaluation of advanced missile warning and surveillance systems, ensuring readiness for operational deployment. Collaborate with teams to enhance space sensing capabilities and su...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of airworthiness engineering by leading certification efforts across diverse air vehicle platforms. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence throughout t...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $258K *

Transform backend services by leveraging AI to enhance architecture, quality, and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that drive value for tra...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.