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 *

Pioneer scalable automation solutions by designing reusable frameworks and validating complex integrations. Collaborate on backend systems to enhance data integrity and performance, driving efficiency...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Manage quality assurance for electrical and electronic assemblies, ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, drive continuous improvement, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $131K *

Elevate quality assurance processes by leading engineering activities across product life cycles, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic enviro...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $214K *

Optimize software security by leveraging advanced analysis tools and methodologies. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities, enhance coding practices, and deliver comprehensive assessments...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Discover a critical role driving quality assurance processes and improvements. Collaborate across teams to maintain high standards in manufacturing, sharing your expertise to enhance product reliabili...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate product quality by leading investigations, driving root cause analysis, and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing proces...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Manage and oversee construction activities for high-profile data center projects. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensure project governance, and maintain schedules while providing technical support and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $165K *

Advance quality assurance initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and enhance aircraft maintenance processes. Drive improvements through...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $113K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives in a nuclear facility, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality protocols. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance processes and maintain document...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate quality and automation efforts for enterprise deployments. Collaborate with customers and engineering to develop a robust QA function using agentic tooling, ensuring consistent environments an...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform quality assurance by owning automation for enterprise deployments and enhancing customer experiences with agent-first tooling. Collaborate with teams to strengthen testing, reduce bugs, and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $184K *

Transform the future of defense technology by designing, testing, and delivering innovative software solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges and ensure high-quality, se...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Innovate quality assurance processes for complex aerospace components. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance production efficiency, resolve discrepancies, and ensure compliance with industry stand...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Quality Automation Engineer, driving innovation in emergency response software. Collaborate on web-based applications, enhance testing frameworks, and lead projects to ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $144K *

Drive innovation by owning environmental test equipment, enhancing reliability, and developing processes. Lead troubleshooting efforts and mentor technicians while ensuring optimal performance and eff...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$124K - $238K *

Champion the transformation of web and service automation testing frameworks, integrating AI solutions to enhance quality and efficiency. Lead a team in developing strategies that drive operational ex...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$124K - $238K *

Lead the transformation of web and service automation testing frameworks, integrating AI solutions to enhance quality and efficiency. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor a team, and collaborate across...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$124K - $238K *

Accelerate your career by leading automation and AI initiatives in testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality and efficiency, while mentoring a skilled team of QA professional...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$72K - $104K *

Lead the hands-on testing of flight assemblies, ensuring next-gen in-space mobility systems are validated and matured into flight-ready hardware through innovative test equipment and methodologies...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead a team to enhance data quality across products, ensuring reliability and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective testing strategies and maintain high performanc...

Georgia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $136K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality technology solutions. Collaborate with experienced professionals to ensure software quality through testing and automat...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by ensuring digital accessibility compliance through testing and development. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and implement best practices for accessible web solu...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in production testing for new power supplies, ensuring seamless transfer from US to Vietnam. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance test strategies, drive quality improveme...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $140K *

Champion the quality assurance of embedded medical devices by leading testing processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving continuous improvement in a collaborative environmen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $93K *

Contribute to the validation and testing of Enterprise NVMe SSDs by developing test cases, scripts, and maintaining lab equipment. Utilize AI tools to enhance testing processes and ensure compliance w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.