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.
Sr. Staff Engineer - Verification & Validation Lead
$152K - $229K *
Innovate and lead as the Verification & Validation Lead for ADAS programs, overseeing multiple ECU platforms and integrating key stakeholder requirements into a global V&V model, while driving softwar...
4 weeks ago
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's transforming testing through automation and innovation. Leverage your coding skills to enhance software quality while collaborating closely with developers in a dynamic, agile envir...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Advance automotive quality standards by leading cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvement, and resolving complex quality issues to enhance customer satisfaction and product excellence in...
4 days ago
Senior Staff Software Test & Automation Engineer
$160K - $190K *
Architect robust automation frameworks and validation strategies for cutting-edge energy technology, ensuring safety and reliability in real-time embedded systems and multi-fuel dynamics. Lead testing...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential as a QA Automation Engineer, leading automated testing efforts with 7-10 years of experience to ensure software quality and reliability, collaborating with teams to refine proces...
Reposted 1 week ago
$120K - $141K *
Partner with us to ensure product quality and compliance in aerospace manufacturing. Utilize advanced quality tools, lead root cause analysis, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous im...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Contribute to the development of Functional Safety solutions for automotive embedded systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 26262 standards and collaborating across multi-disciplinary engineering teams...
Reposted 1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leveraging your expertise in system testing to enhance software quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and ensure compliance with project...
1 week ago
$75K - $100K *
Transform manufacturing processes by identifying yield loss and optimizing quality standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency and leverage advanced analytics for susta...
1 week ago
$102K - $129K *
Deliver high-quality applications as a Quality Assurance Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create and execute test plans, track defects, and assess product readiness for diverse p...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Drive quality assurance initiatives to enhance product integrity and mission readiness. Collaborate across teams to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and maintain compliance with industry...
Reposted 2 days ago
Network Engineer (Test Engineering)
$125K - $155K *
Drive network infrastructure excellence by implementing, troubleshooting, and optimizing enterprise systems across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, security, and op...
3 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by providing principal-level test engineering expertise in a commercial cloud environment, enhancing product quality through automated testing and collaboration within Agile teams...
Yesterday
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, facilitating design discussions, and ensuring high-quality code through rigorous testing and d...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of logistics optimization by leveraging simulation technology to enhance operational efficiency, influence strategic initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive...
2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Take ownership of quality assurance processes to ensure product reliability and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with teams and suppliers, utilizing statistical methods and problem-solving techniques t...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive quality excellence by leading process optimization and statistical analysis. Collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and ensure compliance with quality standards through rig...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate quality and compliance as you lead validation strategies across cross-functional teams, ensuring robust testing and regulatory adherence in a dynamic GMP environment. Drive innovation and oper...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Champion the testing of industrial automation systems by developing and executing comprehensive test plans and procedures. Collaborate on software validation and defect resolution while ensuring compl...
6 days ago
Release Technical Lead - IGXL (Compute Test, North Reading)
$105K - $168K *
Optimize software release processes by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring delivery quality for seamless IGXL product launches while driving stakeholder alignment and cont...
Reposted 2 days ago
Release Technical Lead - IGXL (Compute Test, North Reading)
$105K - $168K *
Lead and coordinate software release activities for high-quality delivery. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely releases, manage risks, and enhance processes while supporting multiple projects in...
Reposted 2 days ago
Test and Validation Engineer - HVAC
$80K - $100K *
Collaborate as a Test and Validation Engineer to enhance HVAC systems, ensuring quality and compliance. Engage in installations, diagnostics, and equipment improvement for automotive applications, del...
Reposted 2 days ago
$120K - $160K *
Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on quality engineering. Leverage your expertise in automation and collaboration to enhance data applications, ensuring high-quality outcomes that...
Today
$120K - $160K *
Innovate quality assurance in data engineering by automating tests, engaging stakeholders, and fostering a culture of excellence. Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality outcomes and continuous...
Today
$120K - $160K *
Transform quality assurance in our data engineering team by implementing automation-first strategies, engaging stakeholders, and fostering a culture of quality to ensure high-performance outcomes in a...
Today
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.