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Staff Test Engineer

$92K - $174K/yr

As a Staff Test Engineer, you will take ownership of the TE strategy for larger and more complex ... Drive the adoption of an automation-first approach for large sized feature and integrate testing ...

Senior Software Test Engineer

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$103K - $134K/yr

At our core, we are dedicated to empowering our employees to drive successful business outcomes and ... Two-time winner (2024, 2023) Top Workplace Innovation * 2025 Remote Work * 2024 Technology Industry ...

Wireless Test Engineer

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$140K - $180K/yr

Clearly communicate and drive multiple projects across cross-functional teams * Demonstrate strong ... Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, and hybrid option to create the work schedule that works best ...

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Test Automation Engineer

Herndon, VA · Remote

$47 - $62.25/hr

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Automation Engineer SDET

Great Falls, VA · Remote

$46.50 - $61.50/hr

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Test Automation Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site +1

$47.25 - $62.50/hr

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$100K - $110K/yr

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Sterling, VA · Remote

$45.50 - $60.25/hr

C. (Remote role). This role involves modern test automation engineering with a strong emphasis on AI‑driven quality assurance. At its core, it combines traditional automation expertise with ...

Senior Test Engineer

$85K - $157K/yr

As a Senior Test Engineer, you will lead testing efforts on complex software projects, designing ... Implement and Drive Continuous Improvement Practices. Lead small process improvements initiatives ...

Quality Assurance Test Engineer

Boise, ID · Remote

$42.25 - $57.50/hr

Boise, ID (Remote) Job Type: Contract W2 Required Qualifications Currently employed in a Quality Assurance role. 8+ years of prior, continual experience in Quality Assurance roles. Strong ...

Our highly certified experts build systems that drive efficiency, accelerate modernization, and ... About the role Concept Plus is seeking an Automated Test Engineer (Lead) to provide senior ...

We're seeking a Software Test Engineer who is diligent, analytical, and passionate about improving ... Impactful Work: Help drive application best practices in a respected organization * Highly ...

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How much do remote drive test engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote drive test engineer in the United States is $44.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.41 and $52.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Drive Test Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Drive Test Engineer, you need expertise in RF engineering, wireless network optimization, and a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with drive test tools such as TEMS, Nemo, and network analysis software, as well as understanding of LTE/5G technologies, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective remote communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These capabilities ensure accurate network performance evaluation, efficient troubleshooting, and effective collaboration with distributed teams.

What are Remote Drive Test Engineers?

Remote Drive Test Engineers are professionals who conduct and analyze wireless network tests from a remote location. They use specialized software and equipment to monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize mobile networks without being physically present at the test sites. Their work helps ensure good network coverage, quality, and performance for users. This role often involves interpreting drive test data, identifying network issues, and recommending improvements, all while collaborating with on-site teams or automated systems.

What is the difference between Remote Drive Test Engineer vs Field Drive Test Engineer?

AspectRemote Drive Test EngineerField Drive Test Engineer
CertificationsTelecom certifications, RF testing certificationsTelecom certifications, RF testing certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, often in a control room or from homeOn-site, in the field during testing
Industry UsageTelecom companies, network providersTelecom companies, network providers
Job FocusData analysis, remote monitoring, report generationPhysical testing, equipment setup, on-site data collection

Both roles require similar certifications and industry experience, but Remote Drive Test Engineers focus on remote data analysis and reporting, while Field Drive Test Engineers are hands-on, conducting tests on-site. The choice depends on whether the job emphasizes fieldwork or remote data management.

How does a Remote Drive Test Engineer collaborate with on-site teams to ensure accurate network data collection and analysis?

As a Remote Drive Test Engineer, you will work closely with field technicians and network optimization teams through frequent virtual meetings and real-time communication tools. Your responsibilities may include remotely configuring equipment, monitoring data collection, troubleshooting issues, and guiding on-site personnel to ensure test accuracy. Clear documentation and effective collaboration are crucial for resolving challenges quickly and delivering actionable insights for network performance improvements. This role often requires flexibility, problem-solving skills, and the ability to coordinate across different time zones and departments.
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Infographic showing various Remote Drive Test Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,027 per year, or $44.2 per hour.
Staff Test Engineer

$92K - $174K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


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8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
Join an amazing team that is consistently recognized for our achievements and culture, including our most recent Forbes award of being one of America's Best Midsize Employers for 2026!
Position Summary:
As a Staff Test Engineer, you will take ownership of the TE strategy for larger and more complex software projects, working closely with development, product, and engineering teams. You will design and implement robust test plans, develop and maintain automated test scripts, and drive continuous improvement in testing processes and maximizing testing efficiency through automation. Your deep technical expertise will help optimize test frameworks, mentoring senior engineers while ensuring high levels of test coverage and quality assurance across products. You will play a critical role in ensuring product quality and stability through proactive risk management and process improvements.
Geo-Salary Information
State specific pay scales for this role are as follows:
$94,458 to $179,048 (CA, NJ, NY, WA, HI, AK, MD, CT, RI, MA)
$85,871 to $162,771 (NV, OR, AZ, CO, WY, TX, ND, MN, MO, IL, WI, FL, GA, MI, OH, VA, PA, DE, VT, NH, ME)
$77,3283 to $146,494 (UT, ID, MT, NM, SD, NE, KS, OK, IA, AR, LA, MS, AL, TN, KY, IN, SC, NC, WV)
The expected base salary for this position will vary depending on a number of factors, including relevant experience, skills and location.
In CA: Typical hiring range is $123,078 to $170,941
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:
  • Develop Test Plans and Strategies: With the goal of minimizing production defects, lead the creation and execution of high-level test strategies for complex projects. Ensure that all test plans align with business objectives and deliver comprehensive test coverage. Drive the adoption of an automation-first approach for large sized feature and integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Design and Execute Test Cases: Take ownership of designing and executing high-complexity cross-functional test cases that cover a range of testing types. Develop and manage comprehensive testing strategies across large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with overall development and business goals.
  • Perform Manual and Automated Testing: With the goal of minimizing production defects, lead both manual and automated testing efforts in a medium sized functional area, focusing on improving automation coverage. Take ownership of automation strategy and ensure automation components are scalable and maintainable.
  • Documentations for Process and Bug Report: Identify complex defects and provide detailed analysis in bug report. Enforce defect tracking, progress updates, timely resolution and effective communication across teams. Implement defect management best practices and ensure overall quality. Lead quality initiatives to ensure defects are minimized in future releases. Establish and lead best practices for maintaining test documentation across upstream and downstream functional areas.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to ensure complex requirement's clarity including upstream and downstream functional areas, accountable for all features meeting quality standards and ensure software meets requirements across the product.
  • Continuous Improvement: Implement and Drive Continuous Improvement Practices. Lead small process improvement initiatives across medium sized features . Champion best practices for leveraging test automation, continuous integration, and continuous delivery. Use quantitative metrics to demonstrate the impact of improvements on software quality and testing efficiency.
  • Continuous Learning: Establish yourself as an expert in emerging testing technologies and methodologies. Evaluate, propose, and integrate industry-leading tools and practices into the team's workflow. Influence the strategic direction of the testing function within the organization.
  • Mentor TE Team Members on Product knowledge: Provide mentorship and leadership to less experienced engineers. Lead knowledge-sharing sessions, help team members troubleshoot complex issues, and guide product knowledge development for junior engineers.
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills: Proactively identify and address obstacles or bottlenecks across multiple projects or teams. Take ownership of complex issues and guide the team in overcoming challenges, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality software focus on task level, but not limited to project level.
  • Test Strategy Review: Develop and review comprehensive test strategies, ensuring alignment with business and technical goals. Take responsibility for the overall direction of test strategies across projects, aligning with organizational objectives.
  • Test Case Review: Review and approve test cases for multiple teams, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy. Provide feedback on test case design and coverage, driving improvements across the organization.
  • Monitor and Analyze Testing Metrics: Continuously track, analyze, and interpret testing metrics to assess effectiveness and quality. Make data-driven recommendations to enhance testing processes, test coverage, and defect management.
  • Drive and Develop Test Engineering Strategies and Policies: Drive and define the strategic direction for test engineering across the project. Develop policies, standards, and best practices to ensure testing quality, consistency, and alignment with business goals.
  • Test Automation Effectiveness and Coverage: Collaborate with SET team to define and implement automation priorities for large, complex projects or across multiple teams. Ensure the team is leveraging automation to maximize testing efficiency. Improving automation coverage.

Qualifications
Education:
Minimum:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or other related fields Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:
Minimum:
  • 8+ yrs industry experience, hands-on experience leading testing teams on medium-sized projects
  • 3+ yrs of experience writing complex automation tests

Preferred:
  • 7 or more years of white box testing experience
  • 5 or more years of experience in automation testing
  • 3 or more years of experience with Java or Python
  • 3 or more years of experience testing UI and APIs
  • Exposure to Insurance Industry
  • Exposure to leveraging AI in testing

Knowledge and Skills:
Minimum:
  • Experienced with the following:
    • Time Management: Ability to lead the management of multiple, large testing projects across different teams or business units. Ensures high-level coordination and timely delivery while maintaining quality standards.
    • Collaboration and Communication: Ability to lead discussion for task-specific collaboration, conveying precise technical details, responding to immediate issues, and ensuring clarity in resolving task and project-level challenges.
  • Proficient with the following:
    • Testing Methodologies: Able to define and drive best practices across the team, ensuring that test methodologies are scalable and efficient.
    • Attention to Detail: Has exceptional ability to detect and resolve subtle, complex defects that could significantly impact user experience, application performance, or business objectives.
    • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills: Able to demonstrate expertise at solving highly complex issues and system-level problems. Leads troubleshooting efforts across multiple teams and defines strategies for long-term solutions that address root causes.
    • Requirements Analysis: Ability to analyze complex product requirements and works independently to define the testing approach. Partners with stakeholders to ensure all aspects of the requirements are covered by testing, addressing ambiguities and gaps.
    • Defect Tracking Management and Documentation tools: Expert in managing defects and ensuring efficient resolution. Skilled at identifying trends and driving improvements.
    • Automation Scripting: Ability to write and maintain more complex automated test scripts using tools like Selenium, TestNG, or similar.
    • API Testing: Advanced skills in API testing and validating complex API functionalities using tools like Postman, SoapUI, and custom scripts.
    • Adaptability and Flexibility: Proficient leading adaptation to changing requirements, code designs and implementation changes, new technologies, methods to solve problems, shift priorities, workstyle and responsibilities.
    • Product Knowledge: Leads domain-specific strategy development, ensuring testing efforts are aligned with industry standards, customer needs, and business objectives. Acts as a subject matter expert for testing in specific domains.

About the Company
Why choose a career at Mercury?
At Mercury, we have been guided by our purpose to help people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events for more than 60 years. We are one team with a common goal to help others. Everyone needs insurance and we can't imagine a world without it.
Our team will encourage you to grow, make time to have fun, and work together to make great things happen. We embrace the strengths and values of each team member. We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life.
We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals.
Learn more about us here: https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/about/careers
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Perks and Benefits
We offer many great benefits, including:
  • Competitive compensation
  • Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
  • Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
  • Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Engaging work environment
  • Promotional opportunities
  • Education assistance
  • Professional and personal development opportunities
  • Company recognition program
  • Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more

Mercury Insurance is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Pay Range
USD $92,153.73 - USD $174,681.00 /Yr.

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