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.
$114K - $151K *
Drive your career forward by leading critical asset integrity decisions in railway systems. Utilize your expertise in nondestructive testing and materials engineering to guide investigations and enhan...
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$104K - $143K *
Champion asset integrity by leading advanced investigations in nondestructive testing and materials engineering. Drive risk-informed strategies that enhance safety and performance for railway systems...
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$104K - $143K *
Unlock potential by leading critical asset integrity decisions in railway systems. Utilize your expertise in nondestructive testing and materials engineering to guide investigations and develop risk-i...
3 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Shape the future of quality assurance by leading a dynamic SDET team, optimizing testing methodologies, and ensuring high-quality product delivery through collaboration and hands-on leadership in a fa...
3 days ago
Test and Failure Analysis Technician
$60K - $101K *
Drive cutting-edge advancements in semiconductor failure analysis by setting up and operating test hardware/software, conducting rigorous electrical and mechanical tests, and delivering precise analyt...
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Test Engineer – Submarine Operations Technical Lead
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of submarine operations by providing technical guidance and ensuring quality in the development of technical manuals for critical ship systems. Collaborate across teams while driving...
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Validation - Engineer III - Project Farma
$71K - $90K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient lives by leading complex validation projects. As a technical expert, you'll drive high-quality outcomes, mentor peers, and collaborate across function...
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Embedded Software Test and Validation Engineer (Indefinite US Work Authorization Required)
$80K - $95K *
Pioneer the future of embedded software testing by leading validation efforts for innovative products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement comprehensive test strategies, en...
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Software/Firmware Verification Engineer
$66K - $124K *
Drive your career forward by joining our team to verify cutting-edge software and firmware for precision test instruments. Collaborate with engineers to ensure quality, performance, and reliability, e...
2 weeks ago
Software/Firmware Verification Engineer
$90K - $110K *
Drive the verification of software and firmware for precision test instruments, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute test strategies, enhanci...
2 weeks ago
User Interface (UI) Automated Test Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Explore innovative automated testing solutions for UI products, leveraging Java, C++, and Python. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to design frameworks and enhance software quality, ensuring robus...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in transitioning prototype developments to production-ready systems, ensuring quality and efficiency in engineering processes while managing product lifecycle and technical documentati...
2 days ago
Principal Engineer - Product Testing
$121K - $205K *
Join a team that's redefining manufacturing excellence by leading pressure decay leak test systems. You'll drive design, validation, and optimization processes, ensuring compliance and reliability acr...
6 days ago
Principal Engineer - Product Testing
$121K - $205K *
Lead the charge in optimizing pressure decay leak test systems across manufacturing lines. As a subject matter expert, you'll ensure compliance and reliability in testing processes, driving continuous...
6 days ago
$86K - $125K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing aerospace quality systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement in a silicone manufacturing environment. Lead quali...
2 weeks ago
Senior Test Automation Analyst
$97K - $114K *
Lead the charge in advancing quality engineering through test automation, leveraging Playwright and TypeScript. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor teams, and integrate AI tools to enhance testing p...
1 week ago
$73K - $101K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring product quality through innovative quality assurance methods. You'll design and implement protocols, manage compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional t...
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$128K - $164K *
Elevate your career by developing and executing rigorous test plans for cutting-edge hardware, ensuring reliability and performance across electrical and mechanical systems in a dynamic aerospace envi...
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Test Capabilities Integration Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Champion the development of strategic test capabilities, integrating future requirements and ensuring alignment with organizational goals while engaging stakeholders to enhance test infrastructure and...
6 days ago
$71K - $105K *
Drive quality excellence by leading investigations, performing audits, and collaborating with teams to enhance product reliability and management processes in a dynamic manufacturing environment...
3 days ago
$71K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team as you drive product quality improvements through root cause analysis and hands-on troubleshooting. Collaborate with engineers and suppliers to enhance quality management in a fast...
3 days ago
$71K - $105K *
Contribute to maintaining and enhancing product quality through root cause analysis, technical investigations, and collaboration with stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement in a dynamic manufactur...
3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading geotechnical engineering projects, providing expert support across diverse sectors, and mentoring staff while fostering client relationships to drive project success and in...
3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by providing geotechnical engineering support across diverse projects. Collaborate with teams, mentor staff, and engage clients while ensuring safety and quality in all engineering...
3 days ago
$130K - $155K *
Empower the QA function across diverse technology stacks, from cloud servers to IoT devices. Lead a team in hands-on validation, balancing automated and manual testing while leveraging AI tools to enh...
Reposted 4 weeks 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.