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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$161K - $218K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing reliability strategies for innovative technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and mitigate risks in complex sys...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $181K *

Lead the development of automated test software for production acceptance, ensuring optimal test coverage and reliability. Collaborate across teams to resolve issues in a classified Airborne Radar pro...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Help us ensure quality and compliance in modernizing critical government systems. As a Quality Assurance Engineer, you'll lead UI testing, develop test plans, and validate security and accessibility s...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Quality Assurance Engineer, ensuring top-notch quality and compliance in government information systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate quality assurance standards by ensuring compliance and functionality in modernizing critical government systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate user interfaces and enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing government systems through quality assurance. Leverage your UI testing expertise to ensure compliance and user satisfaction in a hybrid work environment, focu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $165K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of power distribution technology. Drive innovation in testing strategies and product design while mentoring a talented team in a state-of-the-art laboratory envir...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $165K *

Lead the test engineering function to enhance operational performance, ensuring compliance with safety standards while developing robust testing processes and mentoring team members to achieve busines...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $160K *

Champion the design and deployment of interceptor test systems, ensuring rigorous verification and robust performance. Lead the full lifecycle from requirements analysis to hardware integration, drivi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive quality assurance for modern healthcare applications, ensuring reliability and maintainability through automated testing, API validation, and collaboration in an Agile environment. Contribute to...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of robotics by testing and validating innovative models on real hardware. Collaborate with engineers and researchers to enhance robot performance, troubleshoot issues, and streamline...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $131K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing production quality through innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate on new product introductions and streamline operations while applying advanced qualit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Unlock potential by driving quality engineering initiatives in production, supporting new product launches, and enhancing operational efficiency through problem-solving methodologies and quality manag...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining mechanical validation for robotics. You'll lead hands-on testing, ensuring our robots meet durability and reliability standards through innovative test plans and thorough...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $131K *

Unlock potential by joining our Test Engineering team to design and deploy advanced testing solutions, ensuring product integrity through innovative automated systems and comprehensive testing strateg...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Drive integration and testing for diverse training solutions, ensuring low-risk deployments and effective verification across systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance methodologies and support field...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading test and evaluation efforts, analyzing system requirements, and developing comprehensive plans to ensure performance and operational effectiveness in complex programs...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing test plans and evaluations, ensuring system performance aligns with operational requirements. Collaborate with teams to analyze data and support government...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of technology as you innovate and optimize analog and embedded processing products. Collaborate globally to ensure quality and performance while driving profitability through strategi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $135K *

Join us to ensure quality in large-scale construction projects, overseeing inspections, compliance, and documentation. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety and efficiency while providing technical...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion software quality by developing test strategies and automation in Python. Collaborate with teams to enhance product features, ensuring high standards through innovative testing practices and m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $165K *

Explore the forefront of warehouse robotics as a key Systems Test Engineer, designing and implementing dynamic testing methodologies. Collaborate to ensure our products meet rigorous performance stand...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Elevate software engineering solutions by architecting and integrating advanced testing platforms across diverse semiconductor environments, ensuring high-quality, reliable execution and fostering tec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and maintain software for manufacturing test systems, ensuring quality and efficiency in hardware testing. Collaborate with engineers to automate processes and troublesh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $105K *

Drive technical projects globally, ensuring timely execution of automated test systems while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance service capabilities and support equipment deployment initiativ...

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  •   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.