Explore Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs

Quality Assurance Engineers help organizations deliver reliable, secure, and user-friendly products. From planning test strategies to identifying defects and improving development processes, these professionals play a critical role across software, technology, healthcare, finance, and other industries. Explore vetted Quality Assurance Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles that pay $100,000 or more.

What Quality Assurance Engineers Do

Quality Assurance Engineers assess products and systems throughout the development lifecycle. They create test plans, execute manual and automated tests, document issues, and collaborate with engineering and product teams to resolve problems. Many roles also involve building test frameworks, validating APIs, checking performance, and helping teams adopt continuous testing practices.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with software testing methodologies, defect-tracking tools, and programming or scripting languages. Knowledge of test automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms, databases, and API testing can be valuable. Strong analytical thinking, clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work across teams are important in both manual and automation-focused positions.

Quality Assurance Engineer Career Paths

Quality professionals can advance into senior or lead QA roles, quality engineering management, test architecture, software development, or broader engineering leadership. Specializations may include automation, performance, security, mobile, embedded systems, and regulated-industry testing. Career paths vary based on experience, technical strengths, and the needs of each organization.

Find Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Quality Assurance Engineer listings by location, experience level, and areas of expertise to find roles aligned with your goals.

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$121K - $182K *

Innovate the verification lifecycle for digital power IPs, enhancing pre-silicon test planning, developing advanced testbenches, and automating processes to boost efficiency in ASIC design and verific...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Advance verification processes by leading pre-silicon test planning, developing testbenches, and enhancing automation for digital power IPs using advanced methodologies like SystemVerilog-UVM and form...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Champion the validation lifecycle by developing protocols, leading projects, and mentoring team members. Collaborate with clients and peers to ensure compliance and quality in pharmaceutical systems...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $83K *

Join our team to develop and implement validation strategies, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating on multiple projects to achieve quality objectives and deliverables...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $141K *

Lead the enhancement of our Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards while fostering a culture of Zero Defects. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $141K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality systems in aerospace. Lead the development and improvement of the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while fost...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to drive validation excellence in pharmaceutical projects. Leverage your expertise to develop compliance protocols, assess risks, and enhance client performance while collaborating wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Reimagine quality management by leading QA/QC operations on construction sites. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, resolve complex issues, and maintain safety standards while driving project...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $120K *

Help us ensure top quality in medical device manufacturing by leading quality engineering, CAPA, and validation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain rigorous compliance and enh...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $165K *

Lead the charge in defining and delivering robust verification for next-gen connectivity silicon, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, reliable products that support AI in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by collaborating across teams to enhance manufacturing processes, resolve quality issues, and ensure product compliance with customer specifications in a dynamic steel prod...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate mobile quality by owning testing for React Native applications. Combine manual and automated testing to ensure seamless user experiences across iOS and Android. Collaborate with engineers to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$104K - $194K *

Execute quality assurance strategies to enhance product compliance and reliability. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and mentor...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Champion quality excellence by applying engineering principles to enhance product reliability, collaborating across teams, and driving continuous improvement in supplier performance and compliance sta...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Champion quality excellence by driving initiatives, resolving issues, and collaborating across teams to enhance product integrity and performance. Lead investigations and develop strategies to elevate...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in product quality and launches. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure excellence in new product introductions, leveraging your engineering expertise...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $125K *

Elevate quality assurance standards in aerospace by leading audits, mentoring engineers, and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and product exce...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $125K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives, guiding projects from design to delivery. Lead audits, mentor engineers, and drive innovative solutions in a collaborative environment. Contribute to critical m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading the development of robust test automation frameworks. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to enhance testing practices, ensuring high-quality user experiences...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$149K - $224K *

Transform high-quality software delivery by designing and implementing automated tests. Collaborate with teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage and troubleshoot complex issues in massive-scale st...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

The Quality Engineer will ensure that products meet quality standards throughout the manufacturing process by developing and implementing quality control procedures. This role involves collaboration w...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $200K *

Shape the future of testing by architecting robust automation frameworks, enhancing QA practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless user experience across platforms an...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$67K - $101K *

Accelerate progress at a leading manufacturing firm by ensuring product quality, investigating defects, and supporting quality initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and drive contin...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $151K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in quality assurance, driving improvements in health plan systems configuration and analysis. Collaborate across teams to enhance member access and ensure complia...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in integrating and verifying advanced technical systems for national security. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless documentation and readiness of complex hardware and software...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Assurance Engineer do?question toggle

    A Quality Assurance Engineer plans and performs testing to help ensure products and systems meet functional, performance, reliability, and security requirements. They identify and document defects and work with development teams to prevent recurring issues.

  • What skills are commonly required for Quality Assurance Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common qualifications include software testing experience, test planning, defect tracking, and familiarity with manual or automated testing. Depending on the role, employers may also look for programming skills, automation frameworks, API testing, CI/CD knowledge, and strong communication and analytical abilities.

  • Are Quality Assurance Engineer jobs available for $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, experience, and specialization, but many senior, specialized, and leadership-level QA opportunities can offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Ladders features vetted professional jobs in this salary range.

  • What industries hire Quality Assurance Engineers?question toggle

    Quality Assurance Engineers work in industries such as software and technology, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, telecommunications, and e-commerce. Their work helps organizations validate products, applications, and systems before and after release.

  • How can I advance my Quality Assurance Engineer career?question toggle

    Building expertise in automation, performance or security testing, cloud technologies, and continuous integration can support career growth. Professionals may also advance into senior QA, quality engineering leadership, test architecture, or related software engineering roles.