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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$141K - $224K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing test strategies for optical communication systems, ensuring robust verification and validation across diverse technologies while providing technical leaders...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$75K - $144K *

Advance your career by providing critical testing and analysis for electronic components. Collaborate with teams to develop test plans, design fixtures, and utilize programming skills to ensure qualit...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $226K *

Engineer end-to-end solutions across semiconductor test instruments, integrating software, FPGA, and hardware layers. Drive root-cause analysis, ensure cross-disciplinary alignment, and build debuggin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $226K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-layer debugging efforts in semiconductor test instruments. Ensure software and hardware alignment while driving root-cause analysis, enhancing tools, and collaboratin...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $142K *

Grow your career with a dynamic Quality Engineering role, supporting product development and manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality metrics, mitigate risks, and driv...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $131K *

Architect and develop advanced software solutions for defense systems, ensuring seamless integration with hardware. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to enhance testing environments and suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Shape the future of defense technology by developing innovative software solutions for mission-critical systems. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure robust performance across the enti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$64K - $95K *

Support manufacturing test operations by troubleshooting and maintaining test equipment. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure efficient production flow and quality standards while docu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the quality assurance of a cutting-edge industrial platform by creating and executing tests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate features and enhance customer experience...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $133K *

Drive quality assurance in solid rocket motor propellant manufacturing, ensuring process integrity and compliance. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize production and radiographic NDT capabi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives by optimizing processes, leading audits, and driving continuous improvements in aerospace manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion automated testing initiatives by developing strategies and frameworks to enhance software quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute comprehensive testing across platforms, e...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient lives by leading high-impact validation projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results while mentoring peers and dri...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $126K *

Join a dynamic team to lead quality initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and enhance manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and elevate product qua...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $200K *

Join us to investigate and resolve platform issues, ensuring quality across campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, automate checks, and maintain high standards in a f...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$151K - $227K *

Drive the design and deployment of pad launch ground support equipment, leading a team of engineers to ensure project success through effective management, risk assessment, and cross-functional collab...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $145K *

Empower innovation by designing and implementing automated testing solutions for cloud-based big data analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and streamline testi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $145K *

Shape the future of cloud-based testing by designing and implementing automated solutions for big data analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality and efficiency in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $145K *

Advance your career by designing and maintaining test automation frameworks for cloud applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and enhance testing processes while mentor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $145K *

Engineer automated testing solutions for a cloud-based big data platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality assurance processes and ensure robust application performance in an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $137K *

Drive quality assurance in verification and validation of autonomous mechatronic systems, collaborating across engineering disciplines to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance through innova...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's innovating in photonic integrated circuit testing. Lead software development and automation efforts, mentor engineers, and enhance testing infrastructure to ensure high-quality perf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in executing validation activities, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver effective building commissioning s...

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

$93K - $140K *

Engineer next-gen cellular technologies by defining and executing test plans. Collaborate with teams to debug protocol issues and ensure compliance with evolving 3GPP standards, laying the groundwork...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Manage and enhance quality standards across diverse projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and regulations. Collaborate with teams to drive quality initiatives and mentor staff, contributin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.