Quality Test Engineers help ensure that products and systems meet requirements for performance, reliability, safety, and usability. Browse vetted Quality Test Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Positions span software, hardware, manufacturing, and other industries where rigorous testing supports dependable products and services.
Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty, but may include designing test plans, developing automated or manual test cases, analyzing results, documenting defects, and working with engineering and product teams to resolve issues. Quality Test Engineers may also help improve testing processes and ensure products satisfy technical specifications and regulatory or customer requirements.
Employers often seek experience with test methodologies, quality assurance practices, defect-tracking tools, and clear technical documentation. Depending on the role, valuable skills may include programming and test automation, data analysis, knowledge of testing frameworks, and familiarity with industry standards. Strong communication and problem-solving skills help engineers collaborate across teams and translate findings into practical improvements.
Quality Test Engineer titles and requirements differ across organizations. Review each listing for its responsibilities, required expertise, location, and compensation details. Ladders features vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover opportunities aligned with their background and career goals.
$109K - $164K *
Drive advanced digital forensics and incident response initiatives while mentoring a skilled engineering team. Leverage deep technical knowledge to enhance operational capabilities and ensure exceptio...
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Lead the development of advanced simulation capabilities to validate technology and services, ensuring alignment with internal teams and managing customer requests while integrating external tools for...
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Flight Software Verification Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in verifying embedded flight software, ensuring compliance with DO-178C standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop testing strategies, create effective tooling, and...
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$110K - $130K *
Elevate the quality assurance landscape by building robust test automation frameworks, driving efficient testing practices, and partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure excellence in software...
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$120K - $140K *
Lead a dynamic software engineering team, ensuring quality delivery and operational excellence while fostering collaboration across business units and driving innovation in energy efficiency solutions...
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Staff Software Engineer, Consumer 360
$154K - $227K *
Join a dynamic team as a technical leader, driving scalable software solutions and mentoring engineers. Collaborate across teams to enhance engineering practices and deliver innovative AI-driven appli...
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System Software Engineer - Performance
$124K - $195K *
Unlock potential by designing and optimizing software for next-gen SoCs, enhancing performance and efficiency in datacenter products. Collaborate on cutting-edge ARM architecture and drive innovation...
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Global Quality Assurance Auditor, Pharmacovigilance
$102K - $153K *
Champion compliance and quality assurance in the Pharmaceutical Diagnostics sector. Drive audits, analyze trends, and support regulatory inspections to enhance operational excellence and ensure adhere...
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$165K - $185K *
Unlock your potential by leading the design and implementation of innovative digital solutions for Veteran healthcare services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise applicatio...
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Continuous Improvement Engineer
$120K - $135K *
Drive operational excellence by leveraging data analysis and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Lead initiatives that enhance performance across functions, mentor teams, and align improvements with strateg...
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Principle DevOps Engineer (Medical Devices & Embedded Systems) IRC307365
$140K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to design and automate CI/CD infrastructure for medical device software, ensuring compliance and enhancing software delivery processes in a regulated environment...
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Managing Consultant, Safety and Reliability
$126K - $153K *
Transform healthcare safety by leading multi-hospital engagements, applying High Reliability Organization principles, and driving operational improvements to enhance patient care and trust across dive...
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$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative thermal solutions for power products, utilizing advanced simulations and engineering expertise to meet customer...
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Quality & Compliance Manager, Computer System Validation
$91K - $120K *
Drive quality assurance and compliance for GxP computerized systems, ensuring data integrity and regulatory adherence throughout the system lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...
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Quality & Compliance Manager, Computer System Validation
$91K - $120K *
Drive quality assurance and compliance for GxP computerized systems, ensuring data integrity and regulatory adherence throughout the system lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...
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Test & Evaluation Lead (Senior)
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing and executing comprehensive test strategies, ensuring alignment with mission requirements and quality standards for software releases. Collaborate with diverse teams to e...
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Senior Engineering Consultant - Civil/Construction
$110K - $130K *
Champion client success by leading complex commercial real estate projects, managing multi-site portfolios, and providing senior technical expertise to multidisciplinary teams, ensuring effective deli...
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$110K - $130K *
Elevate incident response capabilities by developing dashboards and alerts, optimizing cloud performance, and ensuring security compliance. Collaborate with product teams to enhance IAM needs while dr...
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$67K - $92K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality through automated testing. Collaborate with developers, execute test cases, and leverage AI tools to enhance testing processes while participa...
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$100K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of manufacturing and technology. Collaborate with sales teams to address customer challenges in OT/IT integration, showcasing how our platform delivers value th...
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$125K - $150K *
Elevate your career by leading civil site projects in the energy sector. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, coordinate, and manage impactful utility projects while ensuring compliance with loc...
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$155K - $190K *
Transform the future of software development by building scalable, AI-augmented solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance stability, engage in code reviews, and stay ahead of emerging tech...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead global clinical laboratory projects by ensuring operational excellence, client satisfaction, and effective cross-functional collaboration while mentoring junior project managers to elevate team p...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead network engineering efforts to enhance tactical capabilities in air defense systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure secure information exchange and compliance across all phase...
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Lead the development of critical firmware for safety-critical systems, collaborating across teams to optimize embedded platforms. Drive best practices and mentor engineers while ensuring reliability a...
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What does a Quality Test Engineer do?
A Quality Test Engineer plans and performs tests to check whether products or systems meet requirements for quality, performance, reliability, and safety. The role may involve creating test cases, automating tests, documenting defects, and collaborating with engineering teams on fixes.
What qualifications are commonly required for Quality Test Engineer jobs?
Requirements depend on the industry and product. Employers may look for a relevant technical degree or equivalent experience, knowledge of testing and quality assurance methods, and familiarity with test automation, programming, data analysis, or defect-tracking tools.
Are there Quality Test Engineer jobs that pay $100,000 or more?
Yes. Compensation varies by employer, location, specialization, and experience. Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more; review individual job postings for specific pay information.
Where do Quality Test Engineers work?
Quality Test Engineers work across sectors such as software, technology, electronics, manufacturing, and other industries that develop or maintain products and systems.
How can I find a Quality Test Engineer role that fits my experience?
Compare listings by responsibilities, required skills, industry, location, and compensation. Focus on roles that match your testing specialty and experience, and tailor your application to highlight relevant projects and measurable results.