Explore Test Engineer Jobs

Test engineers help ensure that products, software, and systems perform reliably, safely, and as intended. They plan and execute tests, identify defects, analyze results, and work with engineering and product teams to improve quality throughout development. Browse vetted Test Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Test Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and product, but commonly include designing test plans and procedures, building or maintaining automated test frameworks, running manual and automated tests, documenting defects, and verifying fixes. Test engineers may specialize in software quality assurance, hardware testing, systems validation, performance testing, or reliability engineering.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with test methodologies, defect tracking, and quality processes, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Depending on the role, useful expertise may include programming and scripting, test automation tools, continuous integration, API and performance testing, laboratory equipment, or industry-specific standards. A degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field may be preferred, though requirements differ by employer.

Career Paths and Industries

Test engineers work across technology, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, manufacturing, telecommunications, and other fields. With experience, professionals can move into senior test engineering, quality engineering, systems engineering, test automation leadership, or engineering management. Specialized knowledge and a record of improving product quality can open doors to senior-level opportunities.

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Use Ladders to discover vetted professional Test Engineer roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare opportunities, and find positions that align with your technical strengths and career goals.

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$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative automation solutions across industries, focusing on real-time controls and information systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and mentor peers while tack...

Raleigh, NCRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower healthcare innovation by designing scalable backend systems and data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows, ensuring seamless interactions for patients and pr...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $252K *

Unlock potential by leading test strategies for hypervisor performance and VM quality. Collaborate with teams to design automated benchmarks and validate deployment safety, ensuring high standards acr...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by independently validating data pipelines and reporting outputs, ensuring accuracy and quality in support of AI integration and data analysis activities. Collaborate with cross-funct...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $158K *

Join a team that's enhancing accessibility in enterprise applications. Lead Section 508 compliance testing for a mission-critical platform, ensuring inclusivity through rigorous testing and collaborat...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Engineer quality assurance processes and automated testing solutions to enhance application development, ensuring adherence to security and performance standards in an Agile/DevSecOps environment, whi...

Mclean, VARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage overnight SAP BW data loads, ensuring seamless execution and prompt error resolution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and maintain data integrity during critical...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex engineering projects in power generation, focusing on excitation systems. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver innovative solutions while enjo...

Warrenville, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $161K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud IT by designing secure, scalable systems. Collaborate across the organization to implement innovative solutions and drive operational excellence, leverag...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality assurance for innovative conversational AI solutions, ensuring reliability and accuracy across voice applications and customer engagement platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $198K *

Elevate quality assurance practices by leading test strategy and execution for customer implementations. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality, mitigate risks, and establish scalable testi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$63K - $111K *

Elevate project execution by supporting engineering and construction teams in delivering complex industrial infrastructure projects through technical coordination and quality assurance activities...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $90K *

Elevate your career by ensuring top-notch quality in technical deliverables. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity documentation and support critical DoD programs while maintaining hi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of autonomous systems by leading rigorous testing and validation for safety-critical vehicles. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure reliability and performance in both simulation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop user-centric web applications, integrating AI-driven insights for high-stakes decision-making workflows while ensuring performance and sec...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join our dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge AI platforms, enhancing decision-making workflows through innovative web applications and robust backend services. Collaborate across the full...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating product design and development. You'll enhance performance and efficiency while collaborating on technical solutions and supporting project documentation to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by automating patch management across diverse systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency using tools like Ansible and Terraform, ensuring reliable and reusable automat...

Connecticut, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Deliver scalable backend services and APIs for scholarly content, enhancing search and discovery systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and reliability while integrat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $102K *

Shape the future of technology by leading automation efforts, enhancing software quality, and collaborating across teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive the development and implementation of ro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the development of next-gen CLI tools and SDKs, enhancing API governance and automation. Collaborate on software distribution, telemetry, and integrations to elevate developer productivity acros...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Build innovative CLI tools and SDKs to enhance API governance and developer workflows. Drive software distribution and telemetry solutions while ensuring high-quality developer experiences across dive...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Innovate and shape the future of developer tooling by creating robust CLI applications and SDKs. Drive API governance and automation with AI-powered workflows, enhancing productivity across engineerin...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $190K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Test Engineer do?question toggle

    A Test Engineer designs and performs tests to verify that products, software, or systems meet requirements. The role may include test planning, automation, defect reporting, results analysis, and collaboration with development teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Test Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for testing or engineering experience, analytical skills, and familiarity with test documentation and defect tracking. Software roles may require programming, automation, or CI/CD experience; hardware roles may emphasize laboratory testing and measurement tools.

  • What industries hire Test Engineers?question toggle

    Test Engineers are employed in technology, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, manufacturing, telecommunications, and other industries that need to validate product performance, safety, and reliability.

  • How can I find Test Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Test Engineer listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, seniority, and technical focus to identify opportunities that fit your experience.