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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$150K - $200K *

Transform your career by leading spacecraft vehicle-level verification and testing. Engage early in development to ensure readiness for integration, collaborating with experts to define and execute co...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $112K *

Unlock your potential by leading QA automation efforts to enhance product quality. Collaborate with engineering teams to develop automated testing solutions for UI, APIs, and integrations, ensuring se...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate quality assurance practices by driving compliance and process improvement in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to implement and enhance the Quality Management System, ensuring ad...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as you support networking products through customer-specific testing and deep product expertise. Collaborate with project teams, enhance software design, and leverage automation in...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans for networking solutions, ensuring high-quality deliverables. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address design and integration requirements, dr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $177K *

Lead and develop a high-performing Test & Validation Engineering team, creating robust test strategies and methods for robotic systems. Ensure accurate data collection and analysis to support engineer...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $118K *

Drive quality excellence in medical device manufacturing by supporting compliance activities and enhancing quality management systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure standards are m...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$57K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing HPC lab operations, ensuring infrastructure and test systems are compliant and efficient. Collaborate globally to support complex system validations and enhance the deliv...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $147K *

Join us to lead a team of engineers in testing and evaluating complex geospatial intelligence systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance across innovative environments in government and industry. Your...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $160K *

Shape the quality of a global ecommerce platform by owning frontend testing, developing automation strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience and ensure h...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$105K - $154K *

Champion the design verification and validation of embedded systems, leading test automation and laboratory activities for critical power products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure pr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $165K *

Develop and automate testing solutions for home energy products, ensuring reliability through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Engage in hands-on testing across electrical, mechanical...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead quality initiatives and manage a team to ensure product excellence. Oversee quality processes, resolve customer complaints, and enhance supplier quality in a dynamic aerospace manufacturing envir...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading quality assurance initiatives to drive product excellence and efficiency in manufacturing processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality systems and ensure su...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing test solutions for cutting-edge server products. Collaborate across disciplines to drive quality, efficiency, and innovation in a dynamic enviro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform product development through customer engagement, leading cross-functional teams and technical initiatives. Drive innovation and enhance reliability by managing the full lifecycle of complex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive product development by collaborating with customers and R&D teams, managing full lifecycle activities from requirements to deployment while ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfactio...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining software testing by establishing robust automation strategies and frameworks. Collaborate across functions to enhance data integrity and quality in high-volume environmen...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate your career by driving automation and quality in software testing. Collaborate across teams to enhance ETL solutions and ensure data integrity in high-volume environments while implementing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance software quality through automation and testing strategies. Drive innovation in ETL/Data Engineering and ensure compliance while collaborating across teams to deliver hi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Elevate manufacturing excellence by developing and optimizing test systems that ensure product quality and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and support innova...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading complex test programs, ensuring precision in evaluations, and driving continuous improvement in testing methodologies while collaborating with engineering teams to enhan...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $150K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by leading a team to enhance compliance, drive product development, and ensure regulatory readiness in a dynamic medical device environment, focusing on cardiovasc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $104K *

Join us to enhance quality assurance in manufacturing operations, collaborating with supervisors and engineers to drive improvements and maintain product integrity throughout the lifecycle while adher...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Optimize server production operations by leading testing and validation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality output and process efficiency, aligning with global manu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.