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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$80K - $95K *

Empower innovation by applying engineering principles to support RDT&E of weapon systems. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality projects, utilizing problem-solving skills and technica...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$172K - $349K *

Partner with us to enhance quality engineering for large-scale networking solutions. Drive automation, validate complex systems, and mentor teams to elevate product reliability and customer satisfacti...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at test operations by developing solutions, managing technician performance, and ensuring compliance. Maintain equipment and collaborate cross-functionally to meet customer satisfa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $146K *

Analyze and enhance quality processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement in...

Maryland, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $284K *

Develop advanced calibration and diagnostic software for semiconductor memory test solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance precision measurement and instrumentation capabilitie...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $137K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on software testing and integration. Collaborate with engineers in a fast-paced environment, ensuring quality and efficiency throughout the software...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $112K *

Shape the future of fiber optics by designing and automating optical test systems. Collaborate to ensure compliance with industry standards, validating performance while driving technical excellence a...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion high-level software testing solutions, ensuring quality and compliance through meticulous test planning, execution, and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improve...

Texas, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Software Testing Principal, leading high-level testing solutions. Drive quality assurance for complex software projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $134K *

Shape the future of operational resilience by leading advanced test engineering efforts, ensuring system verification and validation, and enhancing software and hardware delivery for mission-critical...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$57K - $107K *

Join a dynamic team as a Quality Engineer, ensuring high-quality automotive production through effective quality systems and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive operational efficiency and custom...

Concord, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality assurance in medical devices. Collaborate across functions to drive quality improvements, troubleshoot issues, and support new product introductions w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform software testing processes by developing test plans, executing tests, and analyzing results. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure software quality and operational excellence in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Drive the development and execution of software testing strategies, ensuring quality and defect-free operation of systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to analyze results and resolve issue...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to design and develop automated test solutions for advanced power management ICs, ensuring quality and efficiency throughout product development and production. Collaborate with cross...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower engineering teams by building robust test automation solutions that enhance productivity. Design and own comprehensive frameworks that streamline workflows, and collaborate with product teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $116K *

Join us in ensuring the quality of groundbreaking robotic space missions. As a key member of the Procurement Quality Assurance Group, you'll facilitate critical certification reviews and collaborate w...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $116K *

Partner with us to ensure quality in robotic space missions by facilitating critical hardware certification reviews and collaborating with project teams to maintain high standards throughout the proje...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $149K *

Innovate testing strategies for aerospace hardware, ensuring mission readiness through rigorous environmental and functional testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and d...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock innovation in aerospace by leading advanced test engineering initiatives. Drive quality and reliability through sophisticated test plans and automated systems, ensuring our products meet the hi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in mechanical testing by designing and executing test campaigns, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring safety and quality in a dynamic environment...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$71K - $105K *

Elevate quality standards by driving risk mitigation and improvement initiatives within aerospace manufacturing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in every...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $105K *

Lead quality initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Lean Six Sigma methodologies, ensuring compliance with quality sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure product quality. Collaborate with developers to identify issues early, enhance automated testing, and maintain documentation, driving continuous...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Architect and implement a robust quality strategy, ensuring reliability across our software stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed quality from design to deployment, leveraging modern...

2 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.