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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$92K - $120K *

Shape the future of space exploration by testing critical software systems for NASA's Mission Control. Collaborate with engineers and partners to ensure operational excellence and support human spacef...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $120K *

Drive testing excellence for NASA's MCC software, collaborating with teams to capture requirements, develop test plans, and execute robust testing procedures, ensuring mission success in human spacefl...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $100K *

Optimize test strategies for mechanical systems and equipment, ensuring performance through comprehensive laboratory and field evaluations, while collaborating with design and development teams to enh...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $150K *

Drive your career forward by maintaining and enhancing production test equipment. Serve as a key technical contact, ensuring operational readiness and troubleshooting complex systems to support effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the highest quality in defense hardware testing. As a Manufacturing Test Engineer, you'll drive improvements in testing processes, troubleshoot complex issues...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $138K *

Unlock the potential of automated testing and quality assurance for a federal agency's data and AI/ML platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure release readiness and enhance system p...

Alabama, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $138K *

Help us implement automated testing and quality assurance for platforms, applications, and AI/ML projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure releases meet all functional, security, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $138K *

Lead the charge in modernizing a federal agency's data ecosystem by implementing automated testing and quality assurance practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, scalable s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $144K *

Elevate your career by independently designing and executing tests for radar systems, leading technical projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across teams to enhance product performa...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of defense technology by supporting the development and testing of advanced missile systems. Collaborate with government and contractor teams to ensure successful...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $144K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in radar testing and calibration. As a Senior Test Engineer, you'll enhance production reliability, develop automated test solutions, and collaborate across teams...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Help us enhance semiconductor testing by providing expert support and troubleshooting for automated test equipment. Engage with customers and collaborate across teams to ensure optimal performance and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $100K *

Reimagine quality assurance as a Platform Tester, driving test strategy and automation for critical healthcare solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure stability and scalability in...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality enterprise applications through effective testing and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance test coverage and ensure re...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance efforts by developing and executing test plans for table games products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust testing and validation, while leading the tran...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$116K - $130K *

Unlock potential by enhancing software quality through AI-driven automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline testing processes and deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $195K *

Champion quality excellence by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, drive continuous improvement, and implement advanced analytics for robust quality systems in a d...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by supporting electrical systems in a biopharmaceutical facility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality through effective testing, troubleshootin...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$260K - $291K *

Deliver innovative testing strategies, lead comprehensive quality assurance efforts for complex financial systems, and optimize automated testing frameworks while ensuring coverage and traceability ac...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform user needs into actionable software solutions by conducting interviews, executing test plans, and documenting processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance software performance and ensure sea...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to software development by executing test plans, documenting requirements, and enhancing application performance. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration and support for utili...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$50K - $121K *

Join a dynamic team to conduct technical analysis, troubleshoot complex systems, and enhance electronic communication equipment. Collaborate with customers and engineers to optimize performance and en...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Champion quality excellence by leading engineering teams to ensure aerospace products meet rigorous standards. Drive compliance, resolve complex issues, and foster continuous improvement through data...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks, ensuring the reliability and performance of mission-critical software systems in support of cyber operation...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining product testing strategies, integrating cross-functional teams to enhance quality and customer experience while driving operational excellence in high-volume manufacturin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.