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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$116K - $151K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in Ac-225 production. As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you'll oversee compliance with GMP and regulatory standards, supporting a multidisciplinary te...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential as a Software Quality Assurance Engineer, ensuring compliance with DO-178 and DO-254 standards. Collaborate with engineers and certification authorities to enhance software quali...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical leader in automation testing, driving innovation by transitioning manual methods to automation. Collaborate across projects to enhance testing processes and mentor e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $128K *

Advance quality assurance practices by creating automated tests for secure satellite communications. Collaborate in Agile teams to ensure reliable performance of web interfaces and microservices while...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform quality assurance by leveraging your expertise in testing, automation, and cloud-native applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance in networking and t...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance automation by developing robust frameworks and ensuring system integrity for a major federal modernization program while collaborating with diverse technical teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $135K *

Engineer robust software quality by designing, executing, and maintaining test solutions. Collaborate with an Agile team to enhance automation processes, ensuring high-quality product delivery and cli...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality software through robust testing strategies. Collaborate with Agile teams to enhance testing processes, develop automation frameworks, and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality compliance and performance for electrical and mechanical systems in mission-critical environments. Collaborate across teams to uphold safety standards and drive con...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Field Quality Engineer, ensuring compliance and performance in mission-critical environments. Collaborate across teams to uphold quality standards through inspections, testi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $135K *

Lead a team of Product Quality Engineers, balancing technical oversight with personnel development. Drive quality objectives, manage risks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Inspire excellence in aerospace manufacturing by leading quality assurance efforts, driving compliance and innovation on the production floor, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achiev...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping quality excellence for our new U.S. manufacturing operations. Drive strategy, compliance, and continuous improvement while building a high-performing quality team to meet cu...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $129K *

Pioneer quality assurance excellence by leading supplier audits and compliance activities for critical nuclear projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $129K *

Oversee the development and execution of quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards while leading supplier quality oversight and audits for nuclear-grade equipment proje...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform operational success by overseeing release processes, ensuring quality, compliance, and collaboration among teams for efficient service rollouts in a dynamic environment. Drive improvements a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as you design and maintain automated test frameworks for IoT applications, ensuring quality through robust testing strategies and collaboration in an Agile environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of QA by driving mobile and web testing practices, building systems, and integrating AI tools to enhance quality processes and coverage across the platform in a h...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive quality excellence by evaluating nonconforming materials and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate product quality by ensuring software reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies, focusing on manual and automa...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

Transform cloud-based testing by designing and implementing automated solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data processing capabilities and ensure quality across multiple envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Manage quality assurance processes to ensure product integrity and compliance. Lead audits, support the Quality Management System, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $92K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance by coordinating corrective actions and driving process improvements across departments to mitigate risks and enhance manufacturing operations...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $92K *

Transform quality assurance processes by driving corrective actions and investigations across departments, ensuring compliance and effectiveness in a regulated manufacturing environment while preventi...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate quality assurance processes by analyzing data, managing customer complaints, and guiding teams in a dynamic engineering environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold high standards in m...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.