Test Developer Jobs

Test Developer jobs are open across software, fintech, and healthcare technology, covering specializations in manual QA, test automation, and performance testing, from entry-level to senior and lead roles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles43
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerApple
Top cityCupertino, CA
Work type56% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Sr. Test Software Developer
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Sr. Test Software Developer
ZT Systems
Secaucus, New Jersey
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$83k - $110k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
1,001-5,000

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Test Software Developer
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Test Software Developer
ZT Systems
Secaucus, New Jersey
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$82k - $110k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Software Developer in Test - Shared Platform
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Software Developer in Test - Shared Platform
MathWorks
Natick, Massachusetts
Cloud Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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System Level Test Engineer / Developer
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System Level Test Engineer / Developer
Robotics Technologies
Lake Forest, California
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering

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Senior Software Developer in Test - Embedded Sensors QE, Core OS
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Senior Software Developer in Test - Embedded Sensors QE, Core OS
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$185k - $325k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Test Developer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Apple4 open roles
NVIDIA3 open roles
ZT Systems3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Medical Devices
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in test developer jobs.

  • Experience writing automated tests using Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright
  • Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language such as Python or Java
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integrating tests into build workflows
  • Ability to write and execute manual test cases, test plans, and bug reports
  • Experience with API testing tools such as Postman or REST Assured
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field

Tips for Your Test Developer Job Search

Tailor your resume to automation stacks

Generic QA resumes get filtered out fast. List the exact automation frameworks you've used, such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright, alongside the languages you wrote tests in. Recruiters and ATS systems scan for these specific tool names, not broad phrases like 'automated testing experience.'

Quantify test coverage and defect outcomes

Hiring managers want to see impact, not just activity. Replace vague bullets like 'wrote automated tests' with concrete results: how many test cases you built, how much manual regression you eliminated, or how early your tests caught critical defects before release.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists test developer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by SDLC methodology

Test developer roles differ significantly depending on whether a team runs Agile, SAFe, or waterfall. Read job descriptions for sprint cadence, CI/CD pipeline involvement, and shift-left testing mentions. These signal whether the role is embedded with developers or sits in a separate QA phase.

Prep for live coding and test design exercises

Many interviews include a whiteboard or take-home exercise where you write test cases or debug a broken test suite. Practice designing boundary value and equivalence partition cases for real-world inputs, and be ready to explain your coverage decisions out loud, not just hand over code.

Negotiate around tool budget and test infrastructure

Beyond base pay, ask whether the team has a dedicated test environment, licensed tools, and time allocated for framework maintenance. Joining a team with no test infrastructure means you'll spend months building before delivering, which matters for your growth and your workload.

Test Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most test developers?

The most active employers for test developers right now are Apple, NVIDIA, and ZT Systems, and the most openings are in California, New Jersey, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong at software product companies and healthcare technology firms.

How many test developer jobs are remote?

About 69% of test developer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for distributed QA contributors. Test automation and API testing roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles requiring hands-on hardware or device testing are more likely to require on-site presence.

How do you become a test developer?

Start by learning the fundamentals of software testing, including test case design, bug lifecycle management, and the difference between functional and non-functional testing. Build automation skills by working through a framework like Selenium or Playwright using Python or Java. Contribute to open-source test suites or build a portfolio project to demonstrate practical skills. Entry-level QA analyst roles are the most common starting point before moving into test developer positions.

How do you get hired as a test developer with little experience?

Focus on building a public portfolio of automated test suites on a code-sharing platform, targeting a real or mock application so interviewers can evaluate your structure and coverage logic. Certifications from the ISTQB can help validate foundational knowledge when you lack professional history. Applying to QA analyst or junior test engineer roles at companies running Agile teams gives you the best chance of getting into the field and growing into a test developer title.

What does the test developer interview process look like?

Most test developer interviews include a recruiter screen followed by a technical phone interview covering testing concepts, bug analysis, and tool familiarity. A take-home or live coding exercise typically asks you to write automated test cases against a sample application or identify gaps in an existing test suite. Final rounds often involve a panel discussion with QA leads and developers where you walk through your approach to test strategy, coverage decisions, and working within a CI/CD pipeline.

Where can I find and apply to test developer jobs?

You can find and apply to test developer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, tools, and location preference, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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