Quality Engineers help organizations deliver products and services that meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and performance standards. They identify risks, investigate defects, improve processes, and build systems that support consistent quality. Explore vetted Quality Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by industry and level, but often include developing quality plans, analyzing production and service data, conducting audits, leading root-cause investigations, and coordinating corrective and preventive actions. Quality Engineers may also partner with design, manufacturing, operations, suppliers, and customer teams to prevent problems and improve reliability.
Employers commonly seek experience with quality management systems, process improvement, statistical analysis, risk assessment, and technical documentation. Familiarity with standards and tools relevant to the industry—such as ISO requirements, Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, SPC, or root-cause analysis—is frequently valuable. Communication and collaboration skills are important for influencing teams and translating findings into practical improvements.
Quality Engineers work across manufacturing, medical devices, aerospace, automotive, technology, pharmaceuticals, and other regulated or quality-focused sectors. Career paths may lead to senior or principal engineering positions, quality management, supplier quality, reliability engineering, or broader operations leadership.
Search Ladders for vetted Quality Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, industry requirements, and experience levels to find roles that align with your expertise and career goals.
$150K - $165K *
Transform your career by leading technical direction and architecture for complex systems. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation, establish standards, and mentor engineers while ensuring alignm...
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Junior Product Analyst and Quality Assurance - Remote
$60K - $107K *
Champion quality assurance and delivery processes, enhancing product readiness through oversight of testing, issue management, and release coordination while collaborating with cross-functional teams...
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Experienced Info Security Engineer (Product Owner Role)
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Accelerate progress at the forefront of cybersecurity by driving AI and automation initiatives. Collaborate with security teams to identify opportunities, coach on new tools, and enhance organizationa...
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Principal Test Design Staff Engineer - Networking
$232K - $368K *
Partner with us to shape innovative production test solutions for complex networking systems. Collaborate across teams to align strategies, enhance capabilities, and drive efficiency in testing proces...
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Shape your career as a Data Engineer, transforming raw data into impactful systems. Collaborate with stakeholders, optimize data architecture, and drive efficiency through automation while managing co...
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Champion the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines, ensuring data integrity and availability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data workflows and enhance infrastructu...
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Senior Content Writer, Engineering
$100K - $250K *
Engage with engineers to craft compelling technical content, uncovering stories from complex challenges and publishing insights that resonate with the engineering community. Drive quality and clarity...
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Asset Management Program Manager - Manufacturing & Specialty Chemicals
$93K - $157K *
Transform asset management programs by leading multi-site inspections and enhancing client partnerships. Drive continuous improvement while managing project scope, budget, and quality in the manufactu...
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Site Safety and Health Officer / Quality Control Manager
$80K - $95K *
Elevate safety standards by leading site safety initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a positive safety culture on construction projects. Collaborate with teams to implement effective safety...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead the execution of VDC deliverables, ensuring quality standards while coordinating across various project phases. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows and deliver optimal results in BIM, con...
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$148K - $222K *
Join a team that's shaping the QA strategy for a groundbreaking social gaming project. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure top-notch quality and player experience from development throug...
1 month ago
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of smart transportation by leading product security initiatives. You'll safeguard our platforms and devices, ensuring robust security practices and driving risk m...
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STINGRAI Risk Management/Aviation Safety & Quality Lead - 30935
$108K - $160K *
Champion innovative safety and quality practices in aviation operations, supporting complex missions in Latin America. Leverage your expertise to enhance risk management and ensure operational excelle...
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Staff Product Manager, Agentic Planning
$168K - $285K *
Elevate the future of software planning by leading a team that integrates human and AI collaboration. Shape product direction, connect work to business priorities, and drive strategic decisions in a d...
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Sr. Manager, Software Engineering
$126K - $210K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance specialty prescription processes. Drive strategic direction, foster collaboration, and ensure delivery excellence while managing multi...
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Senior AI Software Engineer (RD271)
$148K - $201K *
Join us to shape the future of secure software delivery by developing AI-driven workflows and orchestrating complex systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive solutions that...
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$106K - $167K *
Join us to analyze and optimize complex business processes, design ERP solutions, and lead integration efforts. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and ensure compliance while delivering hig...
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$140K - $270K *
Lead the charge in transforming healthcare workflows with AI solutions, optimizing performance, and collaborating across teams to create scalable systems that enhance clinical and revenue outcomes...
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Automation and Control Commissioning Manager
$150K - $200K *
Shape the future of large-scale data center projects by leading BMS/EPMS commissioning efforts. Drive operational excellence, manage onsite teams, and ensure quality standards are met across complex e...
3 weeks ago
Business Consultant, - UAT QA Lead - REMOTE
$97K - $180K *
Shape the future of business transformation by leading User Acceptance Testing (UAT) initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to define testing objectives, develop comprehensive scenarios, and ensur...
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Systems Engineering Lead/Manager - KSA C4I
$161K - $299K *
Transform the future of C4I systems as a Systems Engineering Manager, leading design initiatives and managing a team to ensure alignment with customer requirements. Drive modernization efforts through...
2 weeks ago
Aerospace Design & Applications Engineer - Remote/Cincinnati
$110K - $130K *
Partner with us to design and prepare aerospace project estimates, leveraging your expertise to drive accurate cost analysis and foster customer relations while ensuring adherence to manufacturing pro...
Reposted 4 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Partner with us to drive customer success by implementing and expanding Teleport solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance adoption, troubleshoot issues, and deliver tailored training, ensuring cl...
3 days ago
$160K - $220K *
Transform commercial contracting by leading negotiations and enhancing workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance and strategic outcomes, ensuring legal support scales effe...
3 weeks ago
$75K - $95K *
Shape the future of clinical research data integrity by leading a dedicated team. Drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and foster cross-functional partnerships to enhance data quality and...
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What does a Quality Engineer do?
A Quality Engineer develops and improves processes that help ensure products or services meet defined standards. Work may include audits, data analysis, risk assessments, defect investigations, and corrective actions.
What qualifications are commonly required for Quality Engineer jobs?
Requirements depend on the employer and industry. Many roles seek a relevant engineering or technical background, experience with quality systems and process improvement, and skills in data analysis, documentation, and problem-solving.
Which industries hire Quality Engineers?
Quality Engineers are employed in industries such as manufacturing, medical devices, aerospace, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and technology, as well as other sectors where reliability, safety, or regulatory compliance matters.
What tools and methods are useful for Quality Engineers?
Commonly valued methods include root-cause analysis, FMEA, statistical process control, Lean, Six Sigma, and auditing. The specific tools and standards vary by role and industry.
How can I find Quality Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse vetted Quality Engineer openings on Ladders and review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, location, and experience requirements. Filter opportunities to focus on roles that match your qualifications and goals.