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.
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.
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.
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.
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional openings and find Quality Analyst roles aligned with your experience and career goals. Review job requirements, compare opportunities, and apply to positions that match your expertise.
Project Manager, New Product Development (Regulatory Affairs)
$95K - $133K *
Lead the New Product Development (NPD) submission process, ensuring strategic alignment and risk mitigation. Collaborate with internal teams and partners to optimize regulatory submissions and respons...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager, New Product Development (Regulatory Affairs)
$95K - $133K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of New Product Development by leading regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with internal and external teams to drive successful product l...
2 weeks ago
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$76K - $99K *
Lead the charge in implementing a robust risk-based surveillance program, ensuring contractor compliance and quality assurance for diverse products. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to enhance...
Today
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$83K - $108K *
Drive quality assurance initiatives by designing and implementing risk-based surveillance programs, ensuring contractor compliance, and enhancing processes to support diverse products and services for...
Today
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$88K - $114K *
Lead the charge in implementing a risk-based quality assurance program, ensuring contractor compliance and enhancing processes through data analysis. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to support...
Today
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$82K - $106K *
Drive quality assurance initiatives by designing and implementing risk-based surveillance programs, ensuring contractor compliance, and enhancing processes to support diverse products and services for...
Today
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$82K - $111K *
Join us to implement a risk-based quality assurance program, ensuring contractor compliance and enhancing processes. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to support U.S. Government acquisitions in...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$84K - $109K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of quality assurance in high-stakes environments. You'll design and implement risk-based programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing processes while supporting U...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$74K - $97K *
Lead the development and implementation of a risk-based quality assurance program, ensuring contractor compliance and enhancing processes through data analysis. Collaborate with multi-functional teams...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$88K - $114K *
Engage in quality assurance by designing and implementing risk-based programs, ensuring contractor compliance, and analyzing data for process improvements in support of U.S. Government acquisitions in...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$78K - $101K *
Contribute to quality assurance by designing and implementing risk-based programs, ensuring contractor compliance, and analyzing data for process improvements in support of U.S. Government acquisition...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$82K - $106K *
Take ownership of quality assurance processes by designing and implementing risk-based surveillance programs. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to ensure contractor compliance and enhance operat...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$85K - $111K *
Shape the future of quality assurance by implementing risk-based programs and ensuring contractor compliance in diverse environments. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to enhance processes and s...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$74K - $97K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality assurance in diverse environments. This role involves deploying to austere locations, implementing risk-based programs, and ensuring contractor compli...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$78K - $101K *
Unlock your potential by leading quality assurance initiatives in high-stakes environments. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to enhance contractor compliance and drive process improvements whil...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$76K - $99K *
Engage in quality assurance by designing and implementing risk-based surveillance programs. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to ensure contractor compliance and enhance processes, supporting U...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Specialist (Deployable)
$82K - $106K *
Partner with us to implement a risk-based quality assurance program, ensuring contractor compliance and enhancing processes in diverse environments. Engage in audits, data analysis, and technical supp...
Yesterday
Quality Assurance Validation Engineer
$78K - $112K *
Drive quality assurance validation efforts in a dynamic biotech environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in mRNA technology. Support validation lifecy...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Develop and deploy analytics solutions that enhance demand planning and supply chain performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into scalable applications and del...
4 days ago
$120K - $150K *
Take ownership of quality initiatives and drive process improvements across hardware and software deliverables. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance compliance, customer satisfaction, and continuo...
4 days ago
Program Data & Systems Analyst
$80K - $95K *
Transform operational data into actionable insights by leveraging advanced analytical skills and technical expertise. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance reporting processes and deliver high-qual...
Today
Program Data & Systems Analyst
$80K - $95K *
Unlock insights by analyzing operational data and developing reporting tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and streamline processes, delivering polished executive presentation...
Today
$68K - $131K *
Reimagine software quality assurance by collaborating across teams to ensure the integrity and compliance of digital products. Drive continuous improvement and implement best practices in software tes...
Reposted 4 days ago
$75K - $144K *
Join a dynamic team to ensure quality in digital product development. Collaborate across functions to validate software and firmware, driving continuous improvement and maintaining product integrity i...
Reposted 5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing hypersonic systems through detailed test analysis and evaluation. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance aerospace technologies and support critical testin...
6 days ago
What does a Quality Analyst do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
With relevant experience, Quality Analysts may advance to positions such as Quality Assurance Manager, Test Lead, Quality Engineer, Business Analyst, or Process Improvement Manager.