60 Software test engineer jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Software Test Engineer Jobs in 2026

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To become a software test engineer you need an associate or bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. There are two optional certifications offered by the Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers (IEEE), the Certified Software Development Associate (CSDA), and the Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP). You may also choose to pursue your master’s degree in software engineering.

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Top Types Of Software Test Engineer Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Software Test Engineer positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
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    Salary range: $87,500 - $122,000

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  • Ci Cd Engineer

    Salary range: $81,000 - $116,000

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    Salary range: $98,000 - $126,500

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  • Virtual Embedded Software Qa Engineer

    Salary range: $131,500 - $173,000

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  • Software Tester

    Salary range: $69,500 - $109,000

    A software tester conducts the QA (quality assurance) testing phase of the project lifecycle. Responsibilities include examining software or websites as a user would—as it will be used post-release. During these test cases, the software tester records any issues (“bugs”) and reports them to the development team so they can be fixed. A software tester explores the software with a critical mindset, assesses the functionality and overall experience, and reports their findings.

  • Software Engineer In Test

    Salary range: $87,500 - $122,000

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    Salary range: $38,500 - $50,500

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  • Embedded Software Qa Engineer

    Salary range: $131,500 - $173,000

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    Salary range: $65,000 - $120,000

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