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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$140K - $175K *

Champion quality engineering by architecting innovative test strategies, leveraging AI tools, and enhancing automation practices to ensure robust software delivery across the SDLC, while collaborating...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $175K *

Champion quality engineering by architecting innovative test strategies, leveraging AI tools, and enhancing automation across the SDLC. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust testing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead validation and compliance efforts for medical device software, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while driving quality and innovation in a fast-paced environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Elevate quality assurance by leading validation and compliance efforts for medical device software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence and implement best practices...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Help us drive innovation as a Senior Applications Engineer, providing technical leadership and support for semiconductor test systems. Collaborate with customers to deliver tailored solutions and ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Deliver exceptional post-sales support for automated test products, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective troubleshooting, yield improvement, and technical consultancy. Collaborate with tea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance customer satisfaction by providing exceptional after-sales support, enhancing production yields, resolving technical issues, and ensuring equipment performance excellence throughout product li...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $146K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by managing compliance, nonconformance, and CAPA processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product integrity and drive continuous impro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Empower your career by driving vehicle-level testing for cutting-edge ADAS technologies. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure robust validation and compliance, delivering safe, hi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $150K *

Champion quality assurance by driving the QA lifecycle, validating complex workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integrations and customer success in a dynamic so...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $150K *

Transform the training landscape by leading Document Control and Training teams. Collaborate with Quality leadership to ensure compliance and enhance processes, driving excellence in document manageme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead sensor validation for innovative smart glasses. Define methodologies, automate tests, and troubleshoot issues while collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure p...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $247K *

Join us to architect a unified test data framework, driving automation and integration for robotic systems. Lead the design of dashboards and data schemas, empowering teams with actionable insights an...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to execute validation and testing of automotive components, ensuring quality and performance. Gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment while supporting R&D efforts a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $140K *

Champion the future of filtration product validation by leading test protocols, collaborating across teams, and driving innovative solutions in product development. Your expertise will enhance quality...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by overseeing computer system validation processes, ensuring compliance with GxP regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance validation pr...

Kentucky, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career as a Senior Engineer, leading geotechnical projects, mentoring talent, and driving excellence in a collaborative environment. Shape the future while managing client expectations an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize customer quality management by leading issue resolution, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving manufacturing improvements to enhance product performance and customer satisfac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Support our quality assurance efforts by reviewing product requirements, developing inspection plans, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Play a key role in problem-solving and continuous...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Champion quality excellence by driving continuous improvement in our quality management system. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability, operational efficiency, and customer satisfacti...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and validating test methods for medical devices, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA standards while collaborating with project teams from R&D to production to enha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality improvements across operations by applying engineering principles, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product and process quality. Make a tangible i...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $200K *

Join a team that's pioneering quality assurance for an AI-native platform, ensuring reliability across GPU fleets and Kubernetes infrastructure while testing conversational and web interfaces to enhan...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$111K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead validation activities in aseptic manufacturing, focusing on cleaning validation. Utilize your expertise to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance while collab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $158K *

Lead the transformation of quality engineering by driving technical innovation, automation, and AI integration across enterprise projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance QA practices and del...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.