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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$110K - $115K *

Innovate testing strategies and enhance software quality through automated and manual verification. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and optimize processes while leveraging AWS and full-s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by designing and implementing test methods for fiber optic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and support manufacturing efficiency in...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development and testing of advanced software for semiconductor equipment, driving innovation in QA processes and collaborating with global teams to enhance cutting-edge technology in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engineer automated testing frameworks for UI products, leveraging Java, C++, and Python. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, ensuring quality through effective test script development and communicat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $130K *

Empower quality assurance by driving testing excellence across software lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure applications meet high standards for reliability, usability, and p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing hypersonic systems through detailed test analysis and evaluation. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance aerospace technologies and support critical testin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $120K *

Champion quality excellence by leading the Nuclear Quality team to ensure compliance with project standards, drive continuous improvement, and achieve operational milestones while fostering a culture...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in system software testing for complex scientific instruments. Collaborate closely with product teams to enhance quality, scalability, and security through automation and CI/CD integr...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$104K - $175K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of consumer electronics by testing innovative products. Leverage your electrical engineering expertise in a hands-on lab environment, collaborating on cutting...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $175K *

Contribute to innovative consumer electronics by testing and validating electrical designs. Collaborate in a dynamic lab environment, utilizing your expertise in digital and analog systems to drive pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $118K *

Elevate the quality of software by designing automated testing frameworks and integrating AI tools for enhanced efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth delivery of hig...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Advance system integration testing by developing and managing HIL/SIL environments, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliabi...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in supporting the next generation of satellite communication systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance USSF operations, focusing on systems engineering, risk managem...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $132K *

Optimize test engineering processes to ensure high-performance semiconductor products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain test programs, enhance test coverage, and drive y...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K *

Elevate quality assurance processes by validating data migration and system integration, ensuring seamless functionality and performance in a dynamic Agile environment. Collaborate closely with client...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $100K *

Elevate quality standards by leading audits, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating across teams to ensure compliance and enhance production quality. Manage customer relationships and defin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance quality assurance in engineering processes. Utilize your expertise in root cause analysis and documentation to ensure product reliability and compliance with standards while...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading test automation efforts, developing scripts, and ensuring software quality through comprehensive testing strategies in a collaborative environment...

Rockville, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you develop and execute innovative test plans for cutting-edge battery energy storage systems. Collaborate in a hands-on environment to ensure safety and performance, contribu...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Test and Evaluation engineer, supporting hypersonic weapon capabilities for the U.S. Army and Navy. Engage in all test phases, from planning to execution, ensuring effective t...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $150K *

Advance your career by ensuring quality assurance in aerospace projects. Collaborate with teams to evaluate processes, conduct assessments, and support compliance with NASA standards, contributing to...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $135K *

Elevate quality assurance by embedding with Agile teams to enhance software validation. Design and maintain automated test frameworks in Java and Python, ensuring robust CI/CD integration and complian...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Analyze test systems and drive process improvements to ensure product quality and performance compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout all product development phases from concept...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $152K *

Join a team that's transforming software development by automating end-to-end testing. Collaborate with skilled engineers to enhance productivity and ensure quality across broadband and video services...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$82K - $125K *

Drive software quality and performance by designing automated testing solutions for desktop, mobile, and cloud applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance validation processes and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.