Explore Quality Analyst Jobs

Quality Analysts help organizations make products, services, and business processes more reliable. They examine data, test systems, document findings, and work with teams to identify defects and improve performance. Browse vetted Quality Analyst opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Quality Analyst Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer. Quality Analysts may review operational or product data, create and execute test plans, investigate issues, track quality metrics, and recommend corrective actions. In software and technology, the role may focus on application testing and defect management. In other sectors, it may involve process audits, compliance checks, or product standards.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek analytical thinking, attention to detail, clear communication, and experience with quality methods or testing tools. Depending on the position, useful qualifications may include SQL, data visualization, statistical analysis, test automation, quality management systems, or knowledge of industry regulations. Requirements differ across sectors and seniority levels.

Quality Analyst Salary and Career Growth

Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, experience, technical expertise, and scope of responsibility. Senior and specialized positions may offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Quality Analysts can grow into roles such as Quality Assurance Manager, Test Lead, Quality Engineer, Business Analyst, or Process Improvement Manager.

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$95K - $115K *

Develop and implement quality assurance strategies for critical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, conduct testing, and drive continuous...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion quality assurance by enhancing information systems through strategic planning, process improvement, and effective communication, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize quality engineering processes by leading a team, driving compliance, and supporting manufacturing operations to enhance product quality and operational efficiency in a regulated environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Tackle product quality as the first QA engineer, ensuring reliability across AI infrastructure, web, and backend systems while managing testing for conversational workflows and Kubernetes clusters...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $105K *

Lead the charge in quality management, ensuring compliance and excellence in production standards while fostering a continuous improvement culture to elevate product reliability and customer satisfact...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$81K - $115K *

Lead the charge in test automation for complex initiatives, implementing effective strategies and frameworks. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality engineering practices and drive continuous impro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $135K *

Transform quality assurance practices by leading a dedicated team to enhance compliance with AS9100 standards, drive continuous improvement, and foster a culture of excellence across the organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive requirements leadership and analysis for a large-scale public system, bridging business owners and DevSecOps teams. Translate complex needs into actionable user stories and ensure alignment with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in User Acceptance Testing strategy and execution for a large-scale modernization initiative, ensuring business and regulatory requirements are met prior to production deployment in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by supporting the Quality Management System and enhancing post-market activities for medical devices, ensuring compliance and driving reliability through data analysis and correcti...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $180K *

Innovate with data as a key analytical partner, transforming insights into actionable strategies across customer service, operations, and ecommerce to enhance performance and drive business success...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the quality assurance initiatives, ensuring customer requirements are met through effective internal documentation and communication across teams. Collaborate to uphold high product standards and...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality standards, ensuring compliance with customer and internal quality systems, and mentoring junior staff within a dynamic manufacturing environment focused on continu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $128K *

Drive quality excellence by leading engineering initiatives, ensuring compliance with global standards, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance product quality and operational efficien...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by partnering with Surgical Services leadership to analyze operational and financial data, identify trends, and drive performance improvements across multiple levels of the organizati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer success through data-driven insights. In this role, you'll support Technical Account Managers by managing deliverables, conducting analyses, and faci...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you support Technical Account Managers in enhancing customer success for logistics clients. Develop core skills in data analysis, customer operations, and cross-functional colla...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence as an Operations Analyst, balancing compliance and user experience. Leverage AI tools to analyze data, identify fraud patterns, and suggest process improvements while coll...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $234K *

Join a team that's shaping pharmaceutical manufacturing excellence by leading validation strategies across processes and metrics, driving compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional experts to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $182K *

Transform the software quality assurance landscape by leading a dynamic QA team, defining testing strategies, and ensuring top-notch quality for video collaboration software. Collaborate cross-functio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading cross-functional teams to resolve customer issues, enhance product performance, and drive continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma principles in a dynamic aerospace e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $175K *

Shape the future of electrical testing by leading technical initiatives, mentoring specialists, and enhancing test processes to ensure quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate across teams to...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $175K *

Lead the charge in advancing electrical test processes, establishing best practices, and mentoring a team of Test Specialists. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust testing and qual...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality and reliability. As a key player, you'll leverage your expertise in testing methodologies and tools to enhance application performance and sup...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Advance your career by driving Configuration Management strategies for a cutting-edge hypersonic program. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement best practices, ensure compliance, and support sys...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Analyst do?question toggle

    A Quality Analyst evaluates products, services, data, or processes to identify issues and improve consistency. Duties can include testing, reviewing metrics, documenting defects, auditing workflows, and recommending corrective actions.

  • What qualifications are common for Quality Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the industry and role. Employers often value analytical skills, attention to detail, communication, and experience with testing or quality methods. Some positions require SQL, statistical analysis, test automation, or knowledge of quality standards and regulations.

  • How much do Quality Analysts earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by location, industry, experience, and specialization. Some senior or specialized Quality Analyst roles pay $100,000 or more; check each listing for specific compensation details.

  • Where do Quality Analysts work?question toggle

    Quality Analysts work across industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and professional services. Their focus may be software quality, operational processes, data, products, or regulatory compliance.

  • What career paths can follow a Quality Analyst role?question toggle

    With relevant experience, Quality Analysts may advance to positions such as Quality Assurance Manager, Test Lead, Quality Engineer, Business Analyst, or Process Improvement Manager.