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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$71K - $116K *

Elevate your career by leading comprehensive QA and testing initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality across core technologies, driving efficiency and excellence in softwa...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $116K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality and reliability of core technologies through comprehensive testing strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software performance and user sa...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $141K *

Transform vehicle electrical validation projects by defining test requirements, designing lab setups, and documenting results. Collaborate with management, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure projec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$215K - $265K *

Shape the future of advanced PCB and substrate technology for AI accelerators. Drive innovation in materials and processes while ensuring manufacturability and quality through collaboration with cross...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $194K *

Champion the development and execution of comprehensive test plans, ensuring quality and reliability of systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead test engineers in a dynamic, mission-f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance healthcare quality assurance for Medicaid claims. Leverage your expertise in testing and validation to ensure accurate claims processing and collaborate with cross-funct...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading automated testing and quality assurance efforts in a major federal modernization program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability and data i...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by leading automated testing initiatives, ensuring system reliability and data integrity across critical modernization programs. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading automated testing initiatives, ensuring system reliability and data integrity across critical modernization programs while collaborating with cross-fun...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $200K *

Transform quality assurance in a pioneering nuclear energy company, ensuring compliance and safety while driving innovation and operational efficiency. Shape the future of quality systems with risk-in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $172K *

Drive impactful advancements in product serviceability and performance by collaborating across teams, optimizing processes, and influencing design changes throughout the Product Life Cycle to enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $148K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by leading investigations, managing nonconforming materials, and collaborating with vendors and engineering teams to enhance product quality and compliance with in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $170K *

Champion the development and enhancement of internal platforms for manufacturing data, test automation, and failure analysis, ensuring reliable data access for engineering and manufacturing teams to d...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Lead the quality organization for Rad AI, enhancing testing practices and ensuring consistent quality across products. Collaborate with teams to integrate quality into planning and drive improvements...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $127K *

Take ownership of engineering commissioning and qualification projects, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. Collaborate across teams to enhance practices and lead initiatives that drive quality a...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $116K *

Champion quality excellence by leading inspections and process improvements, ensuring compliance with standards, and supporting teams to enhance product quality through data-driven strategies and cont...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $114K *

Lead the charge in hardware validation by assembling, operating, and troubleshooting complex test systems for superconducting magnets and fusion hardware, ensuring data integrity and safety compliance...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in next-gen compute platforms. Lead test engineering in a high-volume environment, enhancing product quality and performance through advanced troubleshooting, aut...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance the efficiency of test operations by overseeing lab management, developing test procedures, and ensuring equipment reliability. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance testing capabiliti...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$70K - $105K *

Champion software quality by leading HIL testing for ECU systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance validation processes and ensure reliable product delivery within budget and sched...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $109K *

Elevate your career by leading testing and verification efforts, ensuring electrical test infrastructure meets high standards. Drive efficiency and compliance in testing activities for power protectio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality for aerospace manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and mitigate risks while supporti...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$91K - $114K *

Join our team to enhance software quality through validation testing and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of validated software, while developing user r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $114K *

Elevate your career by providing technical expertise in software validation. Engage in testing, analysis, and documentation to ensure quality in global enterprise applications, while collaborating wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $93K *

Analyze product quality across development and manufacturing for mission-critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and uphold quality standards in a dyn...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.