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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$68K - $116K *

Lead the charge in ensuring the quality and safety of next-gen infusion pump systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute test strategies, validating performance in real-wor...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $116K *

Champion the development and execution of test strategies for next-gen infusion pump systems, ensuring quality and safety through hands-on testing and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dy...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $187K *

Lead a team of Test Automation Engineers to design and implement innovative test solutions, ensuring product reliability and safety through effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and hand...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $89K *

Unlock your potential as you design and implement testing processes for software and hardware, ensuring product quality and performance. Collaborate with teams to document procedures and provide train...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Champion the analysis and testing of semiconductor devices, ensuring reliability and performance through detailed data evaluation and statistical analysis. Collaborate with the Yield Engineering team...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $322K *

Join our QA team to ensure quality through testing and automation of Ethernet Switch/Router features in NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux. Collaborate across engineering to identify and resolve issues, enhancing s...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $151K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by leading initiatives, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality and drive continuous improvemen...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading testing verification efforts, ensuring components meet rigorous standards while collaborating on test plans and reports. Drive improvements within the validation team an...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage the validation of components and ensure compliance with standards. Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and execute test plans while addressing issues and generating comprehensive repo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading mechanical qualification testing for aerospace systems. Collaborate with teams to design test fixtures, execute environmental tests, and analyze data, ensuring complianc...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to enhance application quality assurance for NASA's Luna/NMC platform. Leverage your expertise in testing methodologies and defect management to ensure high-quality deliverables in a d...

Houston, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $173K *

Unlock potential by leading quality engineering initiatives to enhance product quality and operational performance. Collaborate across teams to identify risks, optimize processes, and implement data-d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $173K *

Advance your career as a Quality Engineer, leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance product quality and operational performance through data-driven methodologies and Lean Six Sigma principles...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $114K *

Analyze and enhance application performance by developing solutions, conducting root cause analysis, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure high-quality deliverables that align with business ob...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $140K *

Transform the quality assurance landscape by validating multimedia features across diverse platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience through rigorous testing and au...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead quality assurance efforts to enhance cloud and legacy applications through comprehensive testing strategies, leveraging manual and automated techniques while mentoring team members and implementi...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$153K - $209K *

Drive the integration and validation of complex autonomous systems, ensuring safety and performance through rigorous testing and analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execut...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer quality assurance by validating complex workflows and integrations. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop test cases, execute testing strategies, and ensure software quality for critical g...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $208K *

Advance your career by developing robust automated test solutions for server products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing quality and efficiency while leveraging cutting...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $130K *

Drive excellence in QA by leading testing for Blue Yonder WMS implementations. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure robust testing strategies and successful deployments, enhancing enterprise techn...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Take ownership of hardware testing processes to ensure quality and reliability of embedded systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, execute, and improve test plans while utilizing a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the development and execution of test plans, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of systems through data collection and analysis. Collaborate with teams to enhance test strategies and support decis...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $174K *

Champion quality assurance by leading cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability. Drive testing strategies, oversee release readiness, and ensure adherence to QA standards while balancing l...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives, resolving complex challenges, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic aerospace/defense environment while collaborating across mult...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Optimize quality assurance processes in aerospace and defense sectors. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to enhance product reliability, drive continuous improvement, and ensure com...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.