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Autodesk

$106K - $138K/yr

Your skills span test strategy, automation, and a little MLOps, with a strong software engineering ... software. Reporting Structure: You will report to an Engineering Manager in Research Enablement.

Accelint

Testing and Evaluation Lead

Saint Paul, MN · On-site +1

$135K - $156K/yr

Ensure test documentation complies with contract deliverables, including CDRLs (e.g., Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), Software Test Plan (STP), Test Reports, etc.). * Utilize test management ...

Accelint

Testing and Evaluation Lead

Saint Paul, MN · On-site +1

$135K - $156K/yr

Ensure test documentation complies with contract deliverables, including CDRLs (e.g., Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), Software Test Plan (STP), Test Reports, etc.). * Utilize test management ...

360 IT Professionals

Test Coordinator

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

... software QA and/or development, with experience working on 3 or more projects from requirements inception to product release. 3+ years of experience as a Project Management or Test Coordinator o ...

Samprasoft

Sr Software Engineer

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site +1

$124K - $164K/yr

Senior Software Engineer The Senior Software Engineer position is a key member of R&D Software ... Previous experience with Test Management, Configuration Management and Risk Management * Experience ...

DivIHN

C++ Developer (QT) - 3 Openings

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$49.50 - $66.75/hr

... test reports to ensure software/firmware design meets the specifications and quality system ... D. research experience in Computer Science) • Experience with creating and managing requirements ...

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As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for software test manager in Minnesota is $139,894.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,000.00 and $163,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Software Test Manager, you need a solid background in software testing methodologies, test planning, team leadership, and a relevant degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with automated testing tools (such as Selenium or JUnit), defect tracking systems, and certifications like ISTQB are commonly expected. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills help managers lead teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for ensuring high-quality software releases and fostering a collaborative, efficient testing environment.

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Senior Software Quality Engineer, Machine Operations

Senior Software Quality Engineer, Machine Operations

Protolabs

Maple Plain, MN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

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9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 78 rated plastic manufacturers

Job description

Be yourself at Protolabs 
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. 
 
Why Protolabs? 
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing.  We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds.  We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do.  It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home. 

Join our team as a Senior Software Quality Engineer, Machine Operations!

This is a fixed hybrid role on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at HQ in Maple Plain MN.

The Senior Quality Engineer (SQE) partners with product managers, developers, and software quality engineers to ensure high-quality delivery of corporate systems applications. This role is responsible for end-to-end quality ownership of large features or applications, including test planning, manual testing, and execution of automated test scripts. From requirements through production, the SQE ensures solutions meet functional, performance, and reliability standards. 
What You'll Do

Duties and Responsibilities:  

  • Create and execute software tests that include functional testing, system testing, and regression testing 

  • Develop, execute, and maintain manual and automated test cases

  • Investigate and capture bugs and issues using logs, development tools, and other tools available

  • Review and validate requirements and acceptance criteria with product managers and stakeholders

  • Identify gaps, edge cases, and non‑functional risks early in the design phase

  • Participate on Agile Scrum teams to provide test estimates, create tests, and execute tests

  • Perform other job duties as assigned 

Technical Excellence & Collaboration 

  • Write clean, maintainable, and well documented code following established development standards 

  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development practices 

  • Collaborate effectively with engineers, analysts, QA, and operations teams 

  • Communicate progress, risks, and dependencies clearly to team members and stakeholders 

Automation & Innovation 
• Explore and apply AI based tools or techniques to improve development efficiency and automation  (where appropriate) 

What It Takes

Education and Experience:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience 

  • 5+ years of experience in Software Testing, Software Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance  

  • Hands on experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX, inclusive of warehouse, inventory, and manufacturing execution (kanbans) in a testing or support role

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

  • Demonstrated familiarity of formalized software test practices and methodologies 

  • Experience with version control systems and modern development workflows 

What Makes You Standout

  • Experience using an automated test tool, such as Playwright, Selenium, or QTP    

  • Hands on experience using C#, Python, SQL OR other scripting languages for UI and API 

  • Experience with version control systems such as SVN, GIT or TFS   

  • Experience using test or defect tracking tools within the software development lifecycle    

  • Experience leveraging AI tools for automation 

  • Experience with test automation frameworks and automated quality practices 

What's In It For You?
  • We offer a competitive salary and annual bonus opportunity
  • In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
    • Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
    • Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
    • Dental and Vision
    • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid caregiver leave
  • You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO + Holiday Pay + Wellness Hours + Volunteer Hours
  • 401k with company match and immediate vest
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
  • Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
  • And More!
Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities.  Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.  Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.
 
Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Physical Demands:
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment:
Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in an office setting requiring normal safety precautions. However, there may be job duties that require the employee to spend time in the manufacturing areas exposed to machinery and noise; eye protection occasionally required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
  

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