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.
$100K - $120K *
Drive release quality by owning end-to-end testing processes, ensuring builds are ready to ship. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance release safety and speed, while proactively resolvin...
6 days ago
Software Quality Engineer, Retail & Marcom Engineering
$110K - $130K *
Drive quality assurance initiatives by collaborating with development teams to create test plans, identify automation opportunities, and enhance product stability, ensuring a seamless retail experienc...
1 week ago
$107K - $147K *
Take ownership of quality management processes in semiconductor manufacturing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in product quality. Drive continuous improv...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive your career with a hands-on role leading the administration of an enterprise QA platform ecosystem, focusing on operational support, incident management, and strategic transitions to cloud solut...
2 days ago
$63K - $117K *
Join a dynamic team to validate and enhance software for USSTRATCOM's nuclear mission. Collaborate in a DevSecOps environment, ensuring high-quality deployments and modern web-based solutions that mee...
3 weeks ago
$79K - $147K *
Develop and execute automated software testing strategies for integrated hardware systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to enhance maritime ISR capabilities and en...
3 weeks ago
$200K - $250K *
Join a team that's transforming materials research through automation. As an Automation Engineer, you'll integrate instruments, develop data models, and collaborate with scientists to enhance our auto...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of experimental design and execution to optimize camera performance for AI models. Collaborate across teams to analyze data, validate results, and enhance imaging systems through scient...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Innovate high-quality testing strategies while leading cross-functional teams. Explore emerging technologies and mentor engineers to enhance testing practices, ensuring efficient product transitions f...
2 days ago
$77K - $103K *
Join a team that's redefining imaging technology by developing innovative test solutions for advanced infrared detectors, ensuring quality and performance in high-stakes environments like space explor...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $137K *
Champion thermal design solutions by executing test plans, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure optimal performance of high-end switching products across various...
1 week ago
Quality Engineer Manufacturing
$90K - $150K *
Empower teams to enhance manufacturing quality systems for humanoid robotics. Collaborate cross-functionally on hardware engineering, analyze production data, and drive strategies that ensure reliabil...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Senior Lead Engineer, Test Development
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing and implementing advanced test solutions, ensuring high-quality product assembly through innovative design verification methodologies across multiple technical domains...
Reposted 2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate quality standards by developing and managing nonconformance actions, collaborating across teams to drive process improvements, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing overall produ...
Reposted 5 days ago
RF Test - Application Engineer
$88K - $147K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of GPS/GNSS technology by serving as a key technical advisor. Engage with customers to optimize solutions, troubleshoot complex issues, and enhance product perform...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead comprehensive software testing initiatives to ensure compliance with aviation standards, enhancing airworthiness and safety. Collaborate with teams to evaluate software life cycles and improve te...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Manage software testing oversight for Army aviation programs, ensuring compliance with aviation standards and airworthiness objectives. Collaborate with contractors, evaluate testing processes, and en...
3 weeks ago
Lead Python Test Automation Engineer
$120K - $140K *
Champion quality assurance initiatives by leveraging Python and AI-assisted practices. Drive automation improvements, enhance testing efficiency, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate...
2 weeks ago
$98K - $163K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Marine Corps test and evaluation efforts. Leverage your technical expertise to validate system requirements and ensure comprehensive testing throughout the pr...
1 week ago
$87K - $114K *
Deliver high-quality software as a Quality Assurance Analyst, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance testing strategies and ensure robust fintech solutions for a global payment platform...
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$87K - $114K *
Shape the future of quality assurance in fintech by collaborating with agile teams to enhance software testing and automation, ensuring robust and secure payment solutions that impact users globally...
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Principal Software Assessment Engineer (AHT)
$103K - $155K *
Unlock your potential as a Secure Access Enablement Engineer, ensuring secure provisioning on classified cloud platforms. Collaborate with DoD security authorities and industry partners to enhance fun...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock software quality by executing manual and automated tests, analyzing performance, and collaborating with development teams to ensure functionality and reliability in an agile environment...
3 weeks ago
Quality Automation Engineer II
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality through innovative test automation solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance application stability and performance while d...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead data integrity initiatives as a Data Quality Engineer, designing and automating validation frameworks within a cloud-native environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure trust in mortgage dataset...
1 week 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.