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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$96K - $163K *

Elevate quality assurance by developing automated testing frameworks and AI tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure backend services and APIs meet high standards throughout the develo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion the testing of industrial automation systems by developing and executing comprehensive test plans and procedures. Collaborate on software validation and defect resolution while ensuring compl...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance by inspecting work for compliance with codes and standards. Collaborate with teams to perform audits, maintain records, and uphold safety protocols while ensuring project integ...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Discover your potential as you lead product validation tests for RF coaxial cables and connectors, ensuring compliance with military and commercial standards. Collaborate with engineering teams to enh...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$56K - $126K *

Contribute to innovative quality engineering projects, performing testing and analysis to support product design. Collaborate with diverse teams while enhancing your skills in a dynamic environment. G...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $183K *

Join a team that's shaping automation in biotech by developing cutting-edge systems and protocols. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to optimize workflows, enhance data integration, and drive...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $196K *

Unlock your potential as you develop and execute software verification procedures, collaborating with design teams to enhance embedded medical devices and drive continuous improvement in our software...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence by managing supplier processes, evaluating issues, and implementing corrective actions. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with standards while enhancing production q...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $265K *

Shape the future of advanced PCB and substrate technology for AI accelerators. Drive innovation in materials and processes while ensuring manufacturability and quality through collaboration with cross...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $141K *

Lead quality assurance efforts for a major nuclear project, ensuring compliance with standards and effective implementation of quality management plans. Oversee a dedicated team, manage audits, and dr...

Kincardine, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion security excellence by leading initiatives to enhance IT solutions, ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of information assets while driving secure business growth throug...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $106K *

Drive excellence in food safety and quality management within distribution operations. Oversee quality audits, employee training, and compliance measures while collaborating with teams to enhance proc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $155K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives by embedding defect prevention strategies throughout the software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $204K *

Unlock potential by ensuring software quality and compliance in aerospace systems. Collaborate with teams to drive process improvements and support audits, while managing software deliverables for mil...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by supporting electrical systems in a biopharmaceutical facility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality through effective testing, troubleshootin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Lead the development and management of project Quality Control systems, ensuring compliance with all regulations and standards. Foster collaboration among project teams to systematically address quali...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Deliver exceptional quality standards across coating and bonding processes while leading technical initiatives and supporting product launches. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continu...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project assurance for a major transit initiative. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement assurance frameworks, ensuring efficiency a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

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

$100K - $162K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure electro-mechanical build quality in production. You'll tackle assembly issues, lead investigations, and collaborate with engineering to enhance manufacturability and perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing automation in food manufacturing. Design and implement complex systems, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while optimizing production effici...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Lead system-level testing for advanced naval combat systems, ensuring performance and reliability through rigorous testing and validation. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance software functi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $110K *

Transform quality assurance in manufacturing by implementing and optimizing quality systems, mentoring lab personnel, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to ensure top-notch product standar...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion quality excellence by leading manufacturing and supplier quality initiatives, implementing robust QMS, and driving continuous improvement across high-volume operations to enhance product reli...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality engineering initiatives in product development, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate across teams to enhance design verification and process validation while mai...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of quality assurance processes to elevate customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and drive improvements while ensuring compliance with industry...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.