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.

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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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$95K - $115K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by engineering automated testing solutions, ensuring applications meet enterprise standards. Collaborate on functional and non-functional testing while mentoring pee...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate quality assurance by leading automated testing and ensuring all applications meet enterprise standards. Collaborate with developers to remediate defects, while designing and implementing robus...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $110K *

Drive enterprise quality assurance by developing and implementing automated testing solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure application functionality meets defined standards and enhance tes...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a leading Oil and Gas company as a QA Auditor to enhance compliance and operational excellence. Drive internal and external audits, assess risk, and lead continuous improvement initiatives, ensur...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$109K - $179K *

Lead quality engineering efforts, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement. Manage a team to enhance product quality, while leveraging strong analytical skills and cross-functional colla...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate software quality by testing Link 16 applications, integrating automated procedures, and documenting processes. Collaborate with architects to enhance testing frameworks and adapt to dynamic pr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $135K *

Contribute to the testing of software components for a Link 16 application, collaborating with architects to integrate automated test procedures, document processes, and track anomalies in a dynamic e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $102K *

Join a dynamic team to execute quality control testing on advanced ion implant systems. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams while developing troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced manufact...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $125K *

Champion quality excellence in materials engineering by leading supplier development and performance improvement initiatives for polyurethane foams. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust qua...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$198K - $242K *

Champion a high-performing Quality Engineering team to ensure robust quality from design through production. Drive quality planning, inspection strategies, and problem-solving to enhance product relia...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on validating and optimizing Azure developer desktops. You'll design automated tests, ensure security compliance, and enhance performance metrics...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate software quality by leading automation initiatives and designing scalable frameworks. Drive innovation with AI-powered testing while collaborating across Agile teams to enhance engineering pra...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$103K - $141K *

Unlock potential by leading quality assurance initiatives in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. Drive compliance, manage audits, and enhance food safety practices while collaborating with cross...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in testing by leading complex verification activities, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure product readiness, and resolving technical challenges to meet engineering and custome...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance quality assurance in FAA air traffic control training by defining and implementing standards, conducting audits, and driving process improvements to ensure compliance and enhance training effe...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $141K *

Partner with us to ensure product quality and compliance in aerospace manufacturing. Utilize advanced quality tools, lead root cause analysis, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team as you support quality initiatives, analyze performance data, and enhance compliance with industry standards. Collaborate across functions to drive continuous improvement and ensur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

The Senior Customer Quality Engineer serves as the primary interface for one to two customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction with Advanced Energy products from a quality and reliability perspec...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Champion quality excellence by leading supplier management and compliance initiatives. Drive continuous improvement and risk mitigation strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to en...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform quality assurance processes by validating complex IAM solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust testing, security compliance, and performance reliability in a hybri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $159K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of quality engineering, ensuring product reliability and performance through data-driven insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance design standa...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization, leading the test strategy for innovative programmable logic devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize product quality, while managing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer manufacturing excellence by implementing automation solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and profitability while leading capital projects and driving process improvements in a dynamic c...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing emergency response software through innovative quality automation. Leverage your expertise in C#, React, and testing methodologies to ensure reliability and e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's passionate about developing durable consumer electronics. As a Validation Engineer, you'll lead end-to-end validation, ensuring products endure rigorous testing before shipment and...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.