Quality Test Engineer Jobs

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.

What Quality Test Engineers Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Explore Quality Test Engineer Careers

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.

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$134K - $205K *

Shape the future of energy by leading a structural engineering team on innovative nuclear projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor engineers, and apply your expertise in structural d...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize clinical research processes by conducting comprehensive monitoring visits, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and facilitating effective communication among project teams and sites acro...

Toronto, ONRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$184K - $356K *

Shape the future of AI by enhancing integration and deployment within a complex Kubernetes software stack, ensuring reliability and performance across cutting-edge technologies...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $196K *

Develop and maintain scalable backend applications and data pipelines, leveraging cloud infrastructure and modern programming languages to enhance system performance and support data analytics, while...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by delivering innovative robotic solutions, ensuring seamless integration and operational success for customers. Collaborate, troubleshoot, and enhance system performance while provid...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team in developing secure access solutions. Drive technical direction, manage project delivery, and mentor engineers while balancing customer reliability with...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $154K *

Shape the future of AI by owning the enterprise context layer that empowers global AI agents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, governed, and timely context for enhanced oper...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Champion clinical project success by leading operations, training teams, and ensuring compliance. Drive strategic planning and risk management while overseeing site performance and fostering collabora...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $190K *

Shape the future of customer projects by leading strategic SaaS implementations, ensuring exceptional execution and stakeholder engagement. As a key player, you'll drive project success through proact...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $189K *

Lead, shape, and execute advanced penetration testing assessments, overseeing scoping, planning, and reporting. Collaborate with teams to enhance cybersecurity measures across various platforms, ensur...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance platform capabilities, ensuring alignment with client needs and regulatory standards. Drive product vision from inception to adoption, leveraging...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Optimize your career by leading clinical supply logistics for global studies. Oversee project management, stakeholder alignment, and operational strategies to ensure timely delivery of clinical suppli...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of digital transformation by leading a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions that enhance business efficiency and customer experience across multi-functional AWS programs...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining cloud APIs for photonic quantum hardware, optimizing microservices for performance and security while ensuring seamless integration across distributed sys...

Hoboken, NJRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $155K *

Pioneer your career in cell therapy innovation by leading method transfers and validations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive quality in late-stage clinical develo...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing analytical support for project budgeting, change management, and cost forecasting. Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure accurate financial tracking and...

Reno, NVRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance project success by providing analytical support for budgeting, change management, and cost forecasting. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting, drivi...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading mobile app development, shaping user experiences, and driving technical direction in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver intuitive...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower a team of controls engineers to design and enhance control systems for material handling solutions, ensuring project execution and quality while fostering innovation and collaboration across d...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engage your expertise to lead complex HL7 integrations across healthcare systems, enhancing interoperability and data-sharing capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful implement...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $175K *

Lead the creative program management efforts, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality projects across various marketing initiatives. Drive process improvements and foster collaboration within a dynam...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovation by leading the development of a modern auction platform, collaborating across teams to deliver scalable, maintainable software solutions that enhance digital marketplace operations...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Transform identity and access management by executing daily operations, supporting AI tooling, and managing SaaS vendor administration. This role offers hands-on experience and a clear growth path tow...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Transform business processes by analyzing requirements, creating documentation, and testing solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance efficiency and ensure quality in a fully remote environm...

Washington, DCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Empower our sales strategy by leading the charge in closing multi-stakeholder B2B SaaS deals. Drive revenue growth, manage the full sales cycle, and collaborate with teams to refine our approach while...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Test Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.