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.
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's redefining technical support for enterprise customers. You'll own escalations, advocate for clients, and build scalable processes while collaborating with engineering to enhance our...
1 week ago
Site Inspector Lead (Data Center Manufacturing Quality)
$100K - $120K *
Empower quality assurance excellence by leading inspections across North America, ensuring critical infrastructure meets project standards. Collaborate with suppliers and teams to mitigate risks and d...
1 week ago
Principal Embedded Software Engineer
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in creating cutting-edge embedded software solutions for autonomous mobile robotics. Drive technical excellence, oversee collaborative engineering efforts, and ensure high reliability...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Sr. Software Engineer, Structural
$120K - $145K *
Join a pioneering team where you'll innovate software solutions for framing and structural analysis. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, set technical direction, and contribute to softwar...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$79K - $143K *
Join a team that's redefining release engineering by optimizing CI/CD pipelines, integrating AI solutions, and ensuring high-quality software delivery through innovative automation and collaboration w...
2 weeks ago
Senior Staff Engineer - INFOR M3 Finance Consultant
$110K - $130K *
Engage with clients to enhance financial processes using Infor M3. Lead implementations, provide expert advice, and deliver training while ensuring system integrity and continuous improvement in finan...
Yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping innovative products by translating customer needs into actionable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and deliver high-quality outcomes in a dyn...
Yesterday
$157K - $300K *
Drive the evolution of scalable data platforms, enhancing reliability and performance across distributed systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions that support Unity...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive the future of energy by ensuring the reliability of substation equipment through expert testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational efficienc...
Today
Staff Software Engineer, Growth & Experimentation
$100K - $300K *
Lead the charge in optimizing the customer journey from landing page to long-term conversion. Drive growth through experimentation, retention strategies, and revenue expansion while collaborating with...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Lead the modernization of HPC infrastructure, enhancing simulation-driven product development and optimizing engineering productivity across diverse environments and accounts...
1 week ago
Staff Engineer - INFOR M3 Functional Consultant (Supply Chain)
$110K - $130K *
Lead the configuration and support of Infor M3 non-finance modules, driving business process analysis and continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective implementation and user tra...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Design innovative Civil systems for mission-critical environments, ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver reliable infrastructure solutions that enhance ope...
6 days ago
Project Manager - AEC / MEP / Engineering
$90K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving large-scale infrastructure projects. As a Project Manager, you'll lead initiatives from kickoff to closeout, ensuring alignment with program objectives and stakeholder expec...
2 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Transform AI agent systems by owning technical decisions and delivery from design to production. Collaborate with stakeholders, develop workflows, and ensure reliability while mentoring engineers and...
3 weeks ago
$185K - $225K *
Launch innovative full-stack solutions, owning features from backend to UI. Collaborate with a remote team to enhance agent workflows and ensure secure, reliable experiences in a regulated financial e...
2 weeks ago
Staff Software Engineer, Tech Lead, Payroll Onboarding
$193K - $309K *
Innovate scalable software solutions for payroll onboarding, enhancing functionality and reliability. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor peers, and drive improvements in engineering productivity w...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$160K - $193K *
Lead the charge in HiL testing for autonomous trucks, guiding a team to ensure robust verification and validation. Shape the test strategy, align with safety standards, and collaborate across teams to...
2 weeks ago
Senior Business Applications Engineer
$150K - $200K *
Lead the charge in transforming business challenges into innovative solutions by leveraging your expertise in automation and integration. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency and...
2 days ago
$89K - $125K *
Partner with us to integrate new firms into our IT environment, managing Microsoft 365 migrations and Active Directory consolidations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless...
1 week ago
Team Lead, Software Development
$110K - $130K *
Elevate team performance by leading a Scrum team in developing and modernizing enterprise SaaS applications. Guide technical decisions, mentor engineers, and foster collaboration across departments to...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion clinical monitoring excellence by leading project teams, ensuring adherence to standards, and fostering collaboration. Drive operational success through effective oversight, training, and str...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Engage in solving complex distributed systems challenges, driving impactful projects from inception to launch. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance performance and reliability while fostering a...
Yesterday
Chief Engineer Principal - Software
$118K - $204K *
Empower innovation as you lead software architecture for a cloud-native connected vehicle platform, driving engineering excellence and cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful solutions for...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Innovate and implement robust disaster recovery solutions for enterprise DevOps, ensuring critical infrastructure recoverability. Oversee Jenkins, Bitbucket, and JFrog Artifactory environments while e...
2 weeks ago
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.