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.
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Contribute to the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps infrastructure, ensuring the reliability and performance of mission-critical systems while collaborating with cross-function...
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Innovate and maintain CI/CD pipelines and DevOps infrastructure for mission-critical cyber operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software reliability and performance while ens...
5 days ago
$75K - $90K *
Join a dynamic team as a User Interface Automated Test Engineer, where you'll design and implement automated testing frameworks using Java, C++, and Python. Contribute to innovative software solutions...
1 week ago
$90K - $100K *
Transform data quality assurance by validating ETL processes and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and reliability of data pipelines, enhancing enterprise data i...
2 weeks ago
$91K - $122K *
Help us conduct and document laboratory tests for innovative EV products, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while collaborating with engineers and customers. Lead complex projects, maintain equipment...
Today
$75K - $90K *
Drive software quality by executing tests and collaborating with engineers to enhance StreamCaster products. Engage in manual regression, exploratory testing, and defect resolution to ensure robust pe...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $110K *
Transform software quality by leading testing initiatives, collaborating with teams, and ensuring robust defect resolution. Drive continuous improvement in methodologies while engaging stakeholders fo...
1 week ago
$80K - $100K *
Contribute to product excellence by ensuring rigorous verification and validation of hardware, firmware, and software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop test plans, execute testing, a...
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$80K - $95K *
Elevate process engineering by validating equipment and developing protocols. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality systems and drive innovation in medical devices and pharmaceuticals, ens...
Yesterday
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Lead geotechnical projects, conducting field investigations and analyses. Collaborate with a skilled team to prepare design recommendations, manage costs, and ensure project success across residential...
1 week ago
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Shape the future of satellite communications by leading multidisciplinary teams to define and verify requirements for US Space Force systems, ensuring secure and effective operations in a collaborativ...
6 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in enhancing software quality through manual and automated testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop test cases, document results, and troubleshoot issues, ensuring r...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead quality assurance initiatives across aerospace and defense programs, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve qu...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Advance quality assurance in aerospace and defense programs by leading customer-focused initiatives, resolving quality issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and co...
1 week ago
Test/Integration Electrical Engineer
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Drive the integration and validation of advanced electronic test systems for semiconductor characterization, collaborating with diverse engineering teams to enhance product performance and ensure qual...
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$75K - $95K *
Champion the validation lifecycle by developing protocols, leading projects, and mentoring team members. Collaborate with clients and peers to ensure compliance and quality in pharmaceutical systems...
1 week ago
$80K - $83K *
Join our team to develop and implement validation strategies, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating on multiple projects to achieve quality objectives and deliverables...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Help us ensure product excellence by developing and implementing robust quality assurance processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify defects, drive improvements, and maintain compl...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $100K *
Empower innovation in medical device software testing by developing robust test strategies, executing detailed test plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and c...
Reposted 2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team as a Functional Test Engineer, providing technical expertise in test engineering, supporting operational evaluations, and ensuring software quality through comprehensive testing an...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead large-scale distributed test events, ensuring interoperability and system validation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to execute test plans, troubleshoot issues, and maintain compliance in a fast...
Today
$88K - $105K *
Drive electrical Design Verification Testing for complex aerospace modules, ensuring performance and reliability from development to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance test...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to enhance platform quality through automated testing, collaboration, and innovative practices, ensuring reliability and performance in a fast-growing tech e...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Drive quality assurance initiatives by building automated test suites and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure performance, reliability, and security in a rapidly growing tech environment fo...
Today
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Champion quality by building automated tests and collaborating with teams to ensure performance, reliability, and security in a fast-growing tech environment. Drive a quality-first culture while safeg...
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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.