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.
Senior Digital Systems Quality Assurance Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Deliver independent QA oversight for GxP computerized systems, ensuring compliance and quality across digital initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient safety and product...
6 days ago
$139K - $157K *
Lead the charge in ensuring quality excellence for aerospace electronics. Drive inspection, testing, and compliance processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliabi...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $155K *
Unlock potential by developing and executing test strategies for embedded firmware in laser systems, ensuring software quality through comprehensive testing and collaboration with cross-functional tea...
2 weeks ago
Senior Technical Program Manager, QA & Developer Experience
$115K - $188K *
Elevate your career by leading programs that enhance QA processes and developer workflows, driving exceptional quality and efficiency in AI-powered experiences across a dynamic team. Your influence wi...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Software Test Engineer - Retail Data
$110K - $130K *
Drive the validation of automated vehicle data collection systems, leading automation and execution strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust data quality and performance, e...
3 weeks ago
Automated Test Engineer (supporting NOAA)
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by enhancing automated testing frameworks for cloud-based solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality software for government clients, ensuring compliance and p...
1 week ago
Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), QA - AI Systems
$110K - $130K *
Elevate quality assurance for AI agents by combining automation with hands-on testing. Collaborate with engineers to define success metrics and build robust evaluation systems that ensure reliability...
1 week ago
Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), QA - AI Systems
$145K - $175K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance AI agent quality through deep test automation and hands-on exploratory testing. Collaborate with engineers to define success metrics and build robust evaluation systems...
1 week ago
$66K - $101K *
Explore the future of unmanned air vehicles by developing and executing comprehensive test plans. Collaborate with engineers to ensure rigorous testing and analysis, contributing to innovative aerospa...
2 weeks ago
Software Test Engineer - Kinetic Effects
$69K - $125K *
Unlock your potential as part of a dynamic team driving quality in innovative software test infrastructures for mission-critical systems. Collaborate on testing efforts and enhance product quality in...
1 month ago
$84K - $134K *
Transform customer quality assurance by leading investigations, driving corrective actions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product compliance and performance. Ensure customer...
3 weeks ago
Senior Field Software Test Engineer
$80K - $120K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on software testing and integration. Collaborate on national security projects, enhancing innovative technology through rigorous testing and configuration...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Field Software Test Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of software testing by collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance national security projects through rigorous acceptance, integration, and regression testing, ensuring hig...
2 weeks ago
Technical Quality Engineering Leader
$127K - $160K *
Join a team that's redefining quality engineering by leading a global QA team, leveraging AI and automation to enhance software testing practices, and driving strategic initiatives for modernized qual...
6 days ago
$85K - $149K *
Build advanced testing strategies and analyze data to enhance product reliability. Collaborate with design teams, develop validation plans, and conduct root cause analysis to drive improvements and en...
1 month ago
$90K - $110K *
Transform software quality by identifying issues, creating test cases, and executing automation scripts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance application performance and ensure timely de...
3 weeks ago
$83K - $114K *
Join our dynamic Electrical Power Services team to perform testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance on electrical power distribution equipment. Contribute to project execution and customer satisfacti...
2 weeks ago
$83K - $114K *
Support our Electrical Power Services team by performing testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance on electrical distribution equipment. This role requires technical expertise and offers opportunities...
2 weeks ago
Software Test Engineer 2/3 (AHT)
$100K - $120K *
Drive innovation in software testing as part of a dynamic engineering team, focusing on advanced missile systems. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure robust testing and integration of next-gen de...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leveraging your robust experience in formal verification and design automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance verification strategies and drive high-quality ou...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the quality and performance of UUVs. You'll design and execute test plans, analyze results, and collaborate with engineers to drive continuous improvement in c...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the development of hardware test capabilities, designing and maintaining HITL testbeds while ensuring production unit tests and canary fleet procedures enhance product reliability and performance...
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$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of hardware testing by designing and building innovative test infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability and ensure quality outcomes that...
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Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
$95K - $123K *
Shape the future of quality management by driving culture change and leading projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement solutions, enhance processes, and ensure compliance while managing mul...
4 weeks ago
SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) with Strong API Testing
$70K - $93K *
Elevate software quality by designing and implementing robust automation frameworks for web applications and APIs, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams to deliver high-quality cloud-native sol...
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.