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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$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you ensure the quality of web experiences used by millions. Collaborate with engineers to identify and resolve issues, while enhancing product performance acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Join us to lead Test and Evaluation activities for advanced navigation systems. Collaborate with Navy stakeholders, manage test events, and ensure compliance with defense acquisition processes in a hy...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $220K *

Lead the development of tests ensuring our AI accelerator hardware functions effectively across package, board, and system levels, driving quality through early problem detection and strategic test ex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $125K *

Transform production quality processes by providing hands-on engineering support, ensuring compliance and excellence in manufacturing activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive conti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading mechanical testing projects from design to reliability analysis. Collaborate with engineering teams and suppliers to ensure compliance and deliverables, while managing mult...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $120K *

Help us ensure wafer quality by leading defect identification and resolution. Collaborate across teams to drive root cause analysis and implement preventative strategies, maintaining world-class stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$113K - $154K *

Join a team that's redefining software testing by establishing an automated framework, enhancing quality assurance, and collaborating closely with developers to improve testing practices in a classifi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on cutting-edge flight test engineering. Collaborate on mission planning, software design, and innovative solutions to tackle complex challenges i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and activation of test facilities. Collaborate with contractors to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software systems while developing and executing...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Champion the integration of hardware and software systems by developing test plans, automating procedures, and ensuring seamless functionality across test facilities. Collaborate with contractors to e...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$107K - $204K *

Shape the future of manufacturing as a Principal Test and Validation Engineer, driving test strategies and enhancing product producibility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence key dec...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $110K *

Drive quality assurance by managing Validation/PPAP packages, ensuring compliance with ISO13485 and 21 CFR 820 standards. Lead initiatives in product quality for medical devices, collaborating with te...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $130K *

Drive excellence by leading manufacturing test strategies and operations, ensuring product quality and reliability. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance test architectures and improve efficiency...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $147K *

Drive system-level verification for complex sequencing platforms, ensuring performance and reliability from development to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish best practices a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower the Integration & Test team by developing and implementing testing methods for guidance, navigation, and control systems. Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and enhance testing process...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with engineers to develop automated test solutions for high-performance mixed-signal ICs, enhancing your skills in semiconductor testing and hardware design in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Elevate testing excellence by leading engineering efforts, ensuring compliance, and training staff. Utilize your expertise in mechanical/electrical engineering to enhance product quality and streamlin...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the Quality Assurance department to ensure compliance with aerospace standards, driving continuous improvement, and fostering cross-functional collaboration for operational...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Optimize electrical product quality by enhancing processes, collaborating with teams, and implementing effective controls to ensure compliance with specifications and standards throughout manufacturin...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $107K *

Support the development of test infrastructure for embedded firmware, ensuring quality and reliability through automated testing and collaboration with diverse teams. Engage in hands-on testing and tr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize cross-functional collaboration by developing and tracking CFOs to align project objectives with global strategies for new feature development, ensuring best practices and customer feedback in...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive the design and development of automated testing frameworks for medical device software, enhancing efficiency and reliability while collaborating across engineering disciplines to ensure high-qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of manufacturing test solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while engaging in exciting new technologies and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace by developing innovative test solutions for cutting-edge avionics products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and customer sati...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the testing and integration of complex systems, ensuring quality and compliance for critical Command and Control applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute test...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.