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.
$150K - $180K *
Transform enterprise AI solutions by designing and implementing Multi-Agentic AI architectures. Leverage expertise in Generative AI, cloud technologies, and governance to lead projects from proof of c...
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Empower your career as a Field Service Engineer, providing expert support for IVD biopsy tissue stainers and multi-vendor systems. Engage in hands-on problem-solving, optimize performance, and build s...
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$120K - $145K *
Contribute to the development of a robust Kubernetes control plane, enhancing multi-cloud infrastructure and driving scalable architecture for enterprise-grade cloud services...
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2026-11 Senior/Staff Software Engineer
$135K - $160K *
Drive the development of scalable backend systems and infrastructure for AI platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance automation, reliability, and performance while mentoring peers...
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$115K - $159K *
Elevate our global governance, risk, and compliance programme by leading risk assessments, policy governance, and audit support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with ISO 2...
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$83K - $130K *
Reimagine customer support as a Field Service Engineer, delivering solutions and insights to enhance lab efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams to troubleshoot and optimize equipment, ensuring sea...
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$135K - $160K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of backend storage solutions on AWS. You'll design, build, and optimize scalable systems, ensuring high performance and reliability while collaborating with cross...
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$135K - $160K *
Architect robust Kubernetes solutions to enhance cloud infrastructure. Drive multi-cloud initiatives and implement cell-based architecture for scalable, reliable services. Join a team dedicated to bui...
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Unlock potential by managing complex billing processes and leading a team to ensure accurate invoicing and exceptional customer service. Collaborate across departments to drive efficiency and implemen...
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Research Engineer - RL Infrastructure
$150K - $350K *
Drive the development of cutting-edge AI infrastructure to enhance large-scale reinforcement learning and distributed training systems, optimizing performance and efficiency across various layers and...
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Senior Software Engineer, Core Infrastructure Services - DGX Cloud
$168K - $322K *
Build and operate core infrastructure services for global AI platforms, developing secure cloud-native solutions and orchestrating automation to enhance reliability and scalability in a collaborative...
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Senior Forward Deployed Engineer (Full-Stack)
$250K - $400K *
Shape the future of AI by partnering with customers to design and deliver innovative data solutions. Collaborate with a senior team to tackle complex challenges and transform vague requests into actio...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in deploying and maintaining advanced technical surveillance tools. Collaborate with investigators to support critical operations, ensuring effective evidence collection while managing...
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Senior Supplier Development Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing supplier performance and innovation. Drive a team to enhance supplier capabilities, ensuring high-quality product delivery while fostering strategic relationships and con...
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Senior Supplier Development Engineer
$97K - $122K *
Advance your career by leading supplier development initiatives that enhance performance and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products while driving continuo...
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Engineering Team Lead, Electrical
$126K - $167K *
Transform your future by leading a dynamic team of electrical engineers in our Mission Critical Department. Elevate project outcomes while driving accountability, fostering growth, and cultivating inn...
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Software Development Engineer III, MuleSoft
$127K - $213K *
Transform integration solutions by designing and developing robust MuleSoft applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery and optimize performance while mentori...
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$95K - $115K *
Engineer innovative power interconnect solutions by collaborating with customers and internal teams. Drive technical discussions, translate architecture needs, and support product development to enhan...
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Drive mobile engineering excellence by leading app development, mentoring engineers, and integrating AI solutions to enhance user experiences across iOS and Android platforms while collaborating with...
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Unlock potential by leading power systems engineering for transmission protection. Drive compliance, enhance reliability, and guide teams in innovative solutions to shape the future of energy with adv...
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$126K - $160K *
Drive impactful software solutions by collaborating with sales teams, leading demos, and managing technical inquiries. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer experiences and support enterprise tr...
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Engineering Manager, Governance & Access
$150K - $180K *
Empower our team to build innovative security and governance solutions, shaping access management for both human and agent users. Lead a small, dynamic group as we define architectural foundations and...
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Program Field Integration Engineer
$141K - $224K *
Lead the design and modernization of mission-critical SATCOM systems, ensuring seamless integration and lifecycle support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and ope...
2 weeks ago
Senior System Software Engineer - Slurm
$140K - $270K *
Drive software development and system optimization in a hybrid role, focusing on Linux systems programming and technical support. Collaborate with teams to enhance Slurm performance and reliability wh...
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$100K - $120K *
Transform the hiring landscape by owning high-priority recruitment processes, partnering with teams to enhance candidate experiences, and driving strategic talent decisions while leveraging AI and dat...
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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.