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.
Software Quality Assurance Manager
$116K - $182K *
Transform the software quality assurance landscape by leading a dynamic QA team, defining testing strategies, and ensuring top-notch quality for video collaboration software. Collaborate cross-functio...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Advance your career by supporting the development and testing of state-of-the-art Electronic Warfare systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration, validation, and p...
4 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Tackle complex challenges as a Systems Test Engineer, providing expert technical support for Electronic Warfare systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring effective test planning, exe...
1 month ago
$57K - $108K *
Innovate quality assurance processes to enhance product effectiveness across all phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and drive continuous impro...
5 days ago
Software QA Engineer II Senior - (E2)
$86K - $119K *
Unlock potential by ensuring software quality through systematic testing, debugging, and documentation. Collaborate with engineers to enhance product functionality and maintain high standards in scien...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate manufacturing processes by designing and developing test systems for electromechanical products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and reliability from prototype to mas...
Reposted 3 days ago
DevOps & Software Quality Engineer
$122K - $199K *
Unlock potential by driving software quality and security in a dynamic environment. Collaborate on build processes, automated QA, and compliance standards within a diverse team to enhance productivity...
Reposted 6 days ago
$68K - $131K *
Shape the future of hardware quality by ensuring compliance and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, conduct inspections, and support con...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Drive innovation in testing methodologies for automotive components. Collaborate with engineers to analyze data, improve measurement systems, and ensure product quality through rigorous testing and ev...
1 week ago
$124K - $207K *
Manage the Andover site validation program to ensure compliance and effectiveness across biopharmaceutical production. Collaborate with leaders to develop strategies and oversee complex validation pro...
Reposted today
$80K - $95K *
Analyze and improve test systems for defense technology, ensuring reliability and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing processes, troubleshoot complex issues, and dri...
Reposted 5 days ago
$120K - $165K *
Shape the future of quality assurance in medical device software by managing QMS and SDLC tools, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, and driving continuous improvement in validation processes. J...
2 days ago
$110K - $155K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance quality management systems and ensure compliance with FDA regulations. Drive validation processes and support software development activities in a fast-paced environment...
2 days ago
$80K - $90K *
Shape the future of quality assurance by ensuring compliance with engineering standards and customer requirements throughout the production process. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality and drive...
Today
$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing and executing comprehensive UAT and security testing strategies, ensuring quality and readiness across all project milestones while fostering internal testing capabilitie...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Shape the future of customer quality by leading issue resolution, driving improvements, and advocating for customer needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and satisf...
1 week ago
Senior QA Engineer, AI & Automation
$110K - $130K *
Unlock the potential of AI in testing by building scalable automation suites, integrating quality gates, and enhancing QA processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust testing st...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of defense systems by leading engineering efforts in weapon systems acquisition, ensuring effective integration and performance across all phases of the DoD lifecycle while collab...
1 week ago
$115K - $130K *
Drive quality excellence by leading automation initiatives and integrating AI-driven testing methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality throughout the developme...
1 week ago
Sr Software Engineer, Embedded Test Automation
$169K - $195K *
Empower the development of cutting-edge automation for embedded systems in medical robotics. This role involves designing test infrastructure, creating automated tools, and collaborating across teams...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Agile team to ensure software quality through manual and automated testing, collaborating closely with developers and analysts on mission-critical projects...
1 week ago
$80K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing AI product quality through rigorous testing and requirements management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software meets user needs and indus...
Reposted 1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Join our team to ensure high-quality AI product releases by developing test plans, executing tests, and managing requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance product functionality and drive...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by ensuring high-quality AI product releases through comprehensive testing and requirements management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop test plans, document require...
2 weeks ago
Quality Engineer, Hardware (III-Senior)
$100K - $170K *
Elevate quality standards in aerospace by leading inspections, managing compliance, and driving process improvements. Collaborate with teams to ensure product excellence and safety 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.