Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs

Discover Quality Assurance Engineer jobs with Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Employers rely on QA engineers to help ensure software and systems meet functional, performance, security, and reliability standards. Browse roles spanning hands-on testing, test automation, quality engineering, and team leadership.

What Quality Assurance Engineers Do

Quality Assurance Engineers plan and execute testing throughout the software development lifecycle. They analyze requirements, design test cases, identify defects, and work with developers, product managers, and other partners to improve product quality. Depending on the role, they may specialize in manual testing, automated testing, performance testing, or broader quality processes.

Skills and Qualifications

Common qualifications include experience with software testing methodologies, test planning, defect tracking, and clear technical communication. Many positions seek familiarity with automation frameworks, programming or scripting languages, continuous integration and delivery workflows, APIs, databases, and agile development. Specific requirements vary by employer, product, and level of seniority.

Career Paths in Quality Engineering

Quality Assurance Engineers can advance into senior and lead QA roles, test automation engineering, quality engineering management, or software development and reliability-focused careers. Professionals who build expertise in automation, scalable testing strategies, and cross-functional collaboration may find opportunities to take on broader technical and organizational responsibility.

Find Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted Quality Assurance Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by employer, location, specialization, and experience level to find a position that fits your career goals.

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$85K - $100K *

Lead quality assurance on large-scale infrastructure projects like dams, ensuring compliance, resolving issues with clients and contractors, and supporting design teams through constructability review...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $190K *

Elevate quality standards by leading CAPA investigations and driving cross-functional collaboration. This role demands analytical rigor and effective communication to resolve complex quality issues wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $115K *

Lead and enhance Quality Control operations for molecular biology reagents, ensuring compliance and efficiency in an ISO 13485 environment. Drive investigations, support product release, and foster a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with standards, improving operations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver customer satisfaction in an aerospace...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a skilled team of Quality Engineers to enhance precision optical manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with rigorous quality standards and driving continuous...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Transform the Project Management Department by leading a high-performing team, driving sales growth, and enhancing client relationships while fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $131K *

Elevate quality assurance processes by leading engineering activities across product life cycles, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic enviro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $199K *

Manage a high-performing team to ensure product quality and compliance with regulatory standards, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $212K *

Champion the verification and validation of embedded software for insulin-pump systems. Develop automated test solutions and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure product safety and compliance in a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $101K *

Elevate product quality and compliance by leading validation and quality initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence and drive continuous improvement in manufac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$81K - $101K *

Lead quality initiatives and ensure compliance across manufacturing operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain systems, drive product quality, and promote operational excellence i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in Quality Assurance management, overseeing project quality activities and ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory standards. Drive a culture of continuous improvement while m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Analyze and enhance software quality processes, ensuring compliance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement effective testing and validation strategies for so...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $94K *

Join us to oversee the Quality Assurance plan, ensuring compliance and excellence in project execution. Collaborate with teams to implement quality initiatives, conduct audits, and drive continuous im...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining automated testing solutions to enhance software quality and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline testing processes and accel...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the QA Automation team in shaping innovative testing solutions and drive quality engineering initiatives across projects. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to achieve robust automat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality engineering practices by owning test strategies, driving automation, and resolving complex quality issues while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achiev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $155K *

Lead quality engineering initiatives by developing testing frameworks, automating tests, and ensuring software excellence. Drive cross-functional collaboration and own quality across multiple applicat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by ensuring system designs meet quality standards and best practices. Leverage your expertise in systems engineering and project management to drive innovative solutions that enhan...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $87K *

Empower project success by developing and delivering training programs for low-voltage systems. Conduct quality inspections, support teams, and drive continuous improvement to ensure adherence to stan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading quality control initiatives in heavy civil construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards, enhancing customer satisfaction, and fostering a culture of...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $144K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across program lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality systems and m...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the organization to enhance product quality and ope...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Engineer and implement robust testing strategies for server and storage products, ensuring peak performance and reliability through comprehensive testing, collaboration, and automation in a dynamic, c...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Assurance Engineer do?question toggle

    A Quality Assurance Engineer helps ensure that software or systems meet defined quality requirements. Typical work includes designing and running tests, reporting and tracking defects, validating fixes, and collaborating with development and product teams.

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

    Employers commonly look for knowledge of testing methods, test case design, defect management, and software development workflows. Some roles also require automation tools, programming or scripting, API testing, performance testing, or continuous integration experience.

  • Are Quality Assurance Engineer jobs available in automation?question toggle

    Yes. Many QA roles focus on test automation, using frameworks and scripts to run repeatable tests. Job requirements vary, so review each listing for the tools, languages, and experience requested.

  • How can I find Quality Assurance Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Quality Assurance Engineer listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare job details and qualifications to identify roles aligned with your experience.