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.
Automated Test Applications Engineer (SW Dev., System Design & Integration; North Reading, MA)
$97K - $156K *
Engineer innovative automated test solutions for advanced Defense and Aerospace technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and integrate custom hardware and software, en...
3 weeks ago
$118K - $219K *
Elevate testing methodologies by designing and implementing advanced equipment solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency in testing processes across multiple...
Yesterday
$62K - $119K *
Discover a dynamic role where you'll lead quality engineering efforts, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in high-tech vision products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive exc...
Reposted 2 days ago
QA Automation Team Lead - Qforce - RTP
$110K - $130K *
Optimize your career by leading a QA team focused on automation, systems integration, and testing methodologies. Drive quality assurance efforts in a fast-paced environment at the intersection of AI a...
Reposted 6 days ago
QA Automation Team Lead - Qforce - RTP
$110K - $130K *
Elevate quality assurance by leading a dynamic team focused on developing innovative test automation solutions. Collaborate closely with software engineers to implement automated testing strategies an...
Reposted 6 days ago
$120K - $175K *
Lead QA efforts to ensure high-quality delivery of low-latency trading applications. Collaborate across teams to analyze requirements, validate workflows, and drive testing strategies, ensuring operat...
3 weeks ago
Platform Tester - (Back-End Systems)
$86K - $115K *
Elevate the quality of healthcare technology by owning test strategies for platform components, enhancing automation, and ensuring stability across releases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in ensuring software quality through comprehensive test planning, execution, and collaboration across teams, validating system performance, stability, and compatibility while contribut...
Reposted 1 week ago
Manufacturing Quality Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Drive quality assurance in manufacturing by collaborating on design reviews, coaching teams, and implementing process improvements to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and enhance oper...
1 week ago
Product Quality Assurance (PQA) Engineer
$85K - $216K *
Drive continuous improvement in product quality by ensuring new products meet standards, leading failure analysis, and implementing corrective actions across product qualification processes...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Engage in quality assurance by testing software products to ensure reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment, developing testing strategies and enhan...
Reposted yesterday
Staff Quality Assurance Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Transform the future of AI-native software quality by architecting innovative QA solutions. Collaborate with elite engineering teams to enhance game technology and drive technical excellence in a dyna...
2 days ago
Mfg Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineering
$117K - $160K *
Contribute to high-quality satellite manufacturing by leading defect reduction initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovative solutions to enhance product performance a...
Yesterday
$90K - $130K *
Optimize hardware validation and automated testing for autonomous systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and debug innovative solutions for military and commercial ve...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive compliance and enhance quality assurance processes by leveraging best practices and analytical skills. Collaborate across teams to ensure adherence to international standards while supporting co...
4 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in ensuring product quality and manufacturing excellence by developing strategies, guiding teams, and implementing process improvements to meet rigorous standards and drive zero-defect...
4 days ago
$90K - $140K *
Lead the charge in testing and deploying innovative solutions for a DoD-wide intelligence platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design test strategies, execute test cases, and enhance s...
Reposted 4 days ago
$84K - $116K *
Join a dynamic team to execute comprehensive testing programs that guide product development, ensuring accuracy and reliability through rigorous data analysis and innovative measurement methods in a c...
Reposted 1 month ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's committed to ensuring quality excellence in high-voltage product innovations. Collaborate across engineering and manufacturing to support NPI projects, driving compliance and proact...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in engineered products. As a Quality Engineer, you'll oversee inspection methods, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives, driving excellenc...
3 days ago
$73K - $118K *
Grow your career with cutting-edge projects, implementing quality strategies for new products, enhancing reliability, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic international environment focused on innovati...
Reposted today
$95K - $110K *
Engage in quality assurance for aerospace manufacturing, ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, drive improvements, and...
2 weeks ago
Simulation Integration & Test Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Transform the future of Defence by ensuring rigorous testing and validation of advanced simulation systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless integration and interoperability...
2 days ago
Test Equipment Reliability Engineer
$110K - $120K *
Drive continuous improvement in test equipment reliability and performance. Analyze interruptions, establish maintenance plans, and lead TPM activities to enhance uptime and efficiency. Collaborate wi...
2 days ago
$90K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing product quality through rigorous testing and collaboration. Contribute to the development of innovative solutions while ensuring seamless functionality and ef...
1 week ago
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.