The article raises the problem of researching the metacognitive skills of software testers in modern IT companies. It figures out what are the specific features of software testing experts' activity and what soft skills (non-technical skills) are the leading ones for its implementation, as well as what is the place among them for metacognitive skills. Using a survey among professionals in the field of software testing, the article establishes a connection between the professional title of software testing engineers and the level of their metacognitive skills. Based on the above, a conclusion is made regarding the changes that should be amended to the professional training of software testing experts for their successful professional activity.