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Actalent

Software Test Automation Manager

Hopkins, MN · On-site

Software Engineering & Verification and Validation (V&V) Manager The Software Engineering ... Develop, implement, and maintain automated testing strategies and frameworks to improve test ...

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Radiology Partners

Sr. Software Engineer

Edina, MN · On-site +1

$126K - $167K/yr

... testing • Participate in code reviews • Provide technical support to project team members, business users, and management • Analyze and perform performance tuning of software and database ...

Lancesoft

Sr Software Engineer - Exempt

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$70 - $75/hr

Embedded Software Testing Nice to Have: * Requirements Testing Role Details: * Product Support ... Deliver and manage projects assigned, working with stakeholders to achieve desired results. * May ...

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Software Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

... including product managers, data scientists, and infrastructure engineers--to translate ... software testing, and ongoing maintenance tasks to improve product quality and reliability.

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Trelleborg

Software Validation Engineer

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Experience with project management and test management platforms tools such as JIRA. * Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and software testing methodologies for the pharmaceutical and ...

Trelleborg

Software Validation Engineer

Plymouth, MN · On-site

Experience with project management and test management platforms tools such as JIRA. * Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and software testing methodologies for the pharmaceutical and ...

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How much do software testing manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for software testing 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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Software Testing Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Software Testing Manager, you need strong expertise in software testing methodologies, test planning, quality assurance, and typically a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with automated testing tools (like Selenium or JMeter), test management systems (such as Jira or TestRail), and relevant certifications (like ISTQB) are commonly required. Outstanding leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you manage teams and coordinate effectively across departments. These skills and qualities ensure the delivery of high-quality software products and seamless collaboration between testing and development teams.

What are some common challenges faced by Software Testing Managers, and how can they be addressed?

Software Testing Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing tight project deadlines with maintaining high-quality standards, managing distributed or cross-functional teams, and keeping up with rapidly evolving testing tools and methodologies. Addressing these challenges involves effective project planning, clear communication with development and product teams, and ongoing professional development for both the manager and their team. Proactively fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement also helps ensure testing processes remain efficient and effective.

What does a Software Testing Manager do?

A Software Testing Manager oversees the testing process for software products to ensure they meet quality standards before release. They manage a team of testers, develop testing strategies, coordinate test planning and execution, and collaborate with developers to identify and resolve defects. Additionally, they are responsible for resource allocation, process improvement, and reporting on quality metrics to stakeholders. Their role is crucial in delivering reliable, high-quality software to customers.
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Software Development

Software Development

Cognizant Technologies

Eden Prairie, MN

$51 - $65.75/hr

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

Company Description

AYR Global IT Solutions is a national staffing firm focused on cloud, cyber security, web application services, ERP, and BI implementations by providing proven and experienced consultants to our clients. Our competitive, transparent pricing model and industry experience make us a top choice of Global System Integrators and enterprise customers with federal and commercial projects supported nationwide.

Job Description

Role: Software Development
Location: Eden Prairie,MN
Duration: 6+months

Qualifications

A Software Development Engineer in Test [SDET] is a developer with the primary
responsibility of effective assurance of product quality through test
automation, code inspections, peer reviews, white-box testing and other forms of
engineering excellence. It is a unique and challenging role that calls for a
strong passion for quality and technology. It combines the 'building' aspect of
software development with the 'testing' part of quality assurance.
Help
architect and develop automation infrastructure for the most innovative,
cutting-edge and technologically advanced products and systems. The goal is to
develop and deploy a fully test automation solutions that empowers a wide
community of software engineers and data scientists to deliver a high-quality
product and end-user experience.
Job Duties/Description:
Innovate and architect cutting-edge product testing strategies at enterprise level.
Be a part of test architecture team that will design and implementation highly
sophisticated test automation frameworks and automated test suites to support
continuous product delivery.
Use your technical expertise and development
skills to implement multiple test automation frameworks including: Keyword and
data-driven user-Interface automation, middleware and XML automation, as well as
backend SQL/ETL/Data warehouse automation.
Champion implementation of unit testing strategies. Ensure testability in code and measure code coverage. Track and improve code coverage as well as enhance development ownership of unit
testing.
Review source code for potential problems; reproduce, debug, and
isolate problems and verify fixes
Implement continuous deployment and
integration platform with focus on testing and data quality validation.
Analyze code coverage using industry standard code coverage tools such as sonar
and dynatrace.
Ensure automation tests run per schedule and troubleshoot
related issues. Automate reporting of continuous delivery status.
Recommended Qualifications:
MS/BS degree in Computer Science or
equivalent work/educational experience
4+ years of solid experience as
Software Development Engineer in Test with experience with hands-on software
testing or development experience with large scale database systems
Theideal candidate must be able to code as they will be working in the automation
toolsets.
Advanced knowledge of software testing tools, defect and test
case management tools
Experience creating automated test
reports/charts/graphs is desirable
Strong analytical and problem-solving
skills as well as the ability to decompose complex problems and perform root
cause analyses
Outstanding communication skills and ability to interface
with other departments
Self-motivation, self-starting drive to work
independently


Additional Information

If anyone might be interested please send your most recent copy of updated resume @ Smalik@ayrglobal .com or you can reach me on 331-481-6635

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