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Leidos

Software Test Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Software Test Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . Our talented team is at the forefront in ...

Leidos

Software Test Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Software Test Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . Our talented team is at the forefront in ...

Leidos

Software Test Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Software Test Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . Our talented team is at the forefront in ...

Leidos

Software Test Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

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Procom Services

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Chandler, AZ · On-site

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Oxford Global Resources

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Eaton, OH · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

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Cimarron

Software Test Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$125K - $200K/yr

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Safran

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West Henrietta, NY · On-site

Salary: $72k-$86k Were looking for a Software Test Engineer to join our growing team in West Henrietta, NY! Who we are: Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with 10,000 employees ...

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Moorestown, NJ · On-site

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Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$60 - $100/hr

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$60 - $100/hr

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Safran

Software Test Engineer

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

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Safran

Software Test Engineer

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

$72K - $86K/yr

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RFA Engineering

Software Test Engineer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$65K - $110K/yr

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Frisco, TX · Hybrid

$110K - $150K/yr

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Philips

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Cambridge, MA · On-site

$115K - $182K/yr

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for jr software test engineer in the United States is $94,542.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $95,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Jr Software Test Engineer vs Software Test Engineer?

AspectJr Software Test EngineerSoftware Test Engineer
Required CredentialsAssociate degree or relevant certification, basic testing knowledgeBachelor's degree in CS or related field, more experience
Work EnvironmentEntry-level testing teams, supervised tasksMore autonomous testing roles, complex projects
Employer & Industry UsageStartups, IT companies, software firmsEstablished companies, larger software development teams
Search & Comparison IntentEntry-level testing roles, career progressionMid-level testing positions, skill enhancement

The main difference between a Jr Software Test Engineer and a Software Test Engineer lies in experience, responsibilities, and independence. Jr Software Test Engineers are typically entry-level, focusing on basic testing tasks under supervision, while Software Test Engineers handle more complex testing activities with greater autonomy. Both roles are essential in software development, with the Jr role serving as a stepping stone to more advanced testing positions.

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Software Test Engineer

Software Test Engineer

Leidos

San Diego, CA • On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Leidos rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 149 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

56th of 449 rated business services

Job description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Software Test Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!
Job Summary:
The Software Test Engineer will be part of a dynamic team working in an agile software development environment that is building a user application to run on mobile device form factors. The Software Test Engineer will be responsible for the quality of the developed product and participating in manual and automated testing operations.
This position requires someone who is proactive and passionate about ensuring the quality of software deliverables and can participate in both the manual and automated testing of user interface and backend software implementations effectively. In addition, the Software Test Engineer will work with System Engineers, Developers and other Testers to accurately author the test based documentation required for the project.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Author and execute manual and automated test cases to ensure product requirements are met.
  • Author and maintain tools, techniques, and practices for assuring the testing of the product.
  • Participate in agile planning events, analysis and design events, and reviews
  • Ensure that quality checks and acceptance criteria are satisfied before code merges can occur.
  • Ensure complete and timely reporting on bugs and test results.
  • Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.
  • Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.
  • Write testing documentation and help finalize all system and software documentation CDRLs for the program.
  • Familiarity working on programs using the Agile Scrum methodology

What you will like about this position...
  • Being part of an amazing team of professionals all passionate about the vision of the product and the positive impact it provides to our many customers.
  • Implementing a wide variety of technologies and the use of powerful industry-standard development tools and practices.

Required Qualifications:
  • Position requires US citizenship and an active Secret DoD security clearance
  • Bachelor's Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 4-8 years of related experience. Will consider experience in lieu of a degree.
  • At least 5 years of experience in software testing and/or software development.
  • Experience with a scripting language: Python, JavaScript, and related others.
  • Experience with implementing regression testing for software.
  • Experience performing "illity" testing, especially performance testing.
  • Familiarity and/or experience using automated test tools on software projects.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with both Product Owners and software developers.
  • Knowledge of Agile Development methodologies.
  • DoD 8570 approved security certification (i.e., Security +, CISSP, etc.) (Will be required 90 days after hire)

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ability to quickly become proficient in new tools/technologies.
  • Ability to identify efficiencies and process improvements between the development and testing disciplines.
  • Experience in Agile development methodologies.
  • Experience with a version control system (e.g., Git, SVN).
  • Experience with an issue/problem tracking system (e.g., VersionOne, Jira).
  • Experience with continuous integration environments (e.g., Jenkins).
  • Proficiency with MS Office Products (i.e., Word, Excel, Visio, & PowerPoint).

Desired Skills:
  • Agile certification
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
June 10, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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Reston, VA, US

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