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.
$130K - $160K *
Transform business challenges into innovative solutions by leveraging AI and engineering expertise. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities, develop full-stack applications, and drive...
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Methodology Engineer (Silicon)
$120K - $145K *
Transform engineering processes by developing verification tools, dashboards, and shared infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality checks and streamline workflows, ensuring efficient s...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring supplier compliance and quality in the nuclear industry. Leverage your expertise in quality assurance to evaluate supplier programs, conduct audits, and mainta...
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Software Development Engineer in Test
$135K - $165K *
Transform quality assurance by owning strategy, automation, and testing in an AI-driven environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software reliability and maintainability while e...
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Software Development Test Engineer (SDET), KSM
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity by designing and scaling automated test systems for a leading secrets management platform, ensuring quality and reliability in cloud-native servi...
5 days ago
CPU Performance Analysis Engineer
$168K - $252K *
Transform CPU performance through analysis, tuning, and benchmarking. Collaborate on workload characterization and competitive analysis to enhance software and hardware performance, driving innovation...
2 days ago
Customer Quality Engineer (H/F)
$80K - $95K *
Transform customer satisfaction by leading quality analysis and improvement projects. Collaborate with diverse teams across multiple sites to ensure product excellence and responsiveness to client nee...
3 weeks ago
$81K - $134K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality through rigorous testing and validation. Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to uphold standards and enhance application performance...
4 days ago
$85K - $125K *
Engage in high-volume data processing projects using cutting-edge technologies to empower data scientists and analysts in deriving insights from vast data sets. Collaborate effectively to enhance data...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$98K - $167K *
Join a team accelerating the modernization of a federal agency's data ecosystem. Implement technical controls for data quality, collaborate with stakeholders, and enhance cloud-based analytics capabil...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Elevate quality assurance by designing robust testing strategies, creating automation frameworks, and integrating quality at every stage of software development. Lead teams to ensure top-tier software...
Reposted 1 week ago
Software Development Test Engineer (SDET), IOS
$110K - $130K *
Inspire your career by joining a dynamic team focused on mobile automation, designing frameworks and enhancing test coverage for iOS and Android apps. Collaborate closely with engineering and product...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$78K - $95K *
Join our team as a Data QA Analyst, where you'll ensure data migration quality across client onboarding. You'll standardize processes, validate data integrity, and collaborate with cross-functional te...
6 days ago
Software Development Test Engineer - Remote (WFH)
$95K - $115K *
Champion quality assurance by driving manual and automated testing for web and mobile applications, ensuring compliance and security throughout the development lifecycle while collaborating with Agile...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Partner with us to streamline operations by transforming manual tasks into efficient automation solutions. Leverage your expertise in Ansible, Terraform, and CI/CD to enhance productivity across diver...
1 week ago
Salesforce QA Engineer - Public Sector / Government Cloud
$115K - $155K *
Empower your career by ensuring the quality and performance of Salesforce solutions in Government Cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate requirements and enhance testi...
1 week ago
QA Specialist – Program Quality (Journeyman)
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through rigorous testing and quality assurance. This role involves validating program deliverables, managing defects, and ensuring compliance...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of quality assurance in capital markets with your expertise in developing comprehensive test cases for Calypso. Collaborate with business analysts to ensure rigorous test execution an...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Infrastructure Test Engineer, DevOps
$120K - $140K *
Unlock your potential as you innovate automated testing solutions for AWS infrastructures and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment confidence and streamline v...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$120K - $144K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing advanced building automation systems for critical infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance while managing teams and...
2 weeks ago
Lead Software Development Engineer in Test
$165K - $185K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of test automation, driving quality and performance through innovative strategies and frameworks. Collaborate within an agile team to enhance product scalability a...
Reposted 1 week ago
Software Testing Principal (MUMPS / Healthcare Systems)
$80K - $120K *
Champion quality assurance for mission-critical healthcare applications. Lead testing efforts, validate software enhancements, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards in a fully remote environ...
2 weeks ago
Software Testing Principal (MUMPS / Healthcare Systems)
$120K - $145K *
Elevate healthcare quality by leading software testing for mission-critical applications. Drive modernization and interoperability initiatives while ensuring robust testing processes in a fully remote...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential as a key leader in innovative assessment development, guiding a team to create impactful educational solutions while collaborating across divisions and managing client expectatio...
4 days ago
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer I
$100K - $123K *
Unlock potential by leading supplier audits and performance evaluations. Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with industry standards while fostering str...
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.