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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$102K - $171K *

Drive quality engineering excellence by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while supporting continuou...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by developing automated testing scripts for web software, leveraging your expertise in Java and JavaScript to enhance testing efficiency while supporting the U.S. Navy's mission...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to lead relay testing and commissioning efforts, ensuring the reliability of power systems. You'll mentor technicians, develop test plans, and oversee projects while working in diverse e...

Indiana, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives by ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement across processes and systems. Collaborate with cross-functiona...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Advance quality assurance by executing embedded software tests, developing automation frameworks, and collaborating in a dynamic environment to deliver reliable electronic control units that meet stri...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of integrated systems by executing software tests, enhancing lab operations, and driving effective troubleshooting strategies to ensure seamless functionality within distributed envir...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead quality initiatives in advanced product development, ensuring robust quality planning and execution across programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and up...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$162K - $195K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in validating and characterizing custom silicon solutions, driving innovation from pre-silicon emulation to post-silicon deployment, while collaborating with cross...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of cutting-edge test automation solutions, leveraging JavaScript and Python to enhance scalability, quality, and speed in the software develop...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $148K *

Advance your career by optimizing automation systems in fulfillment centers. Lead cross-functional teams, troubleshoot complex control systems, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $145K *

Transform cloud-based testing by designing and implementing automated solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data processing capabilities and ensure quality across multiple envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving quality assurance strategies for large-scale information systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize processes, and implement robust...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to design and implement innovative software solutions, manage development processes, and enhance existing applications while ensuring quality and security across systems in a collaborati...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $207K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of software delivery by designing and operating CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate across teams to enhance developer efficiency, streamline workflows, and ensure quality...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Advance your career by ensuring the safety and reliability of flight control systems through rigorous software verification and validation of embedded solutions in a dynamic aerospace environment...

Longueuil, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $125K *

Deliver robust Burn-in test programs to ensure product quality and reliability. Collaborate with R&D teams for NPI testing, debug environments, and maintain documentation to support diverse product mo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Join a team that's architecting and building advanced test infrastructure to enhance R&D efficiency. Collaborate across hardware and software domains to automate processes, improve product lifecycle...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by overseeing inspections and compliance for critical DOE missions. Leverage extensive QA/QC experience to ensure adherence to nuclear standards and foster collabora...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $175K *

Drive the development of automated test systems for medical devices, overseeing the full lifecycle from design to validation. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust, reliable solutions that m...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $156K *

Lead proactive quality management efforts to enhance customer satisfaction and support critical applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues, drive improvements, and ensure exception...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading a team to uphold standards, manage compliance, and implement innovative inspection technologies in a cutting-edge facility, ensuring customer satisfact...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $135K *

Pioneer the testing and integration of cutting-edge systems, leading a cross-functional team to ensure high-quality deliverables that meet end-user needs while fostering continuous improvement in proc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $135K *

Contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge electronics and communications technologies by leading a multi-disciplinary team in testing and integration efforts, ensuring high-quality deliverables me...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $115K *

Transform software testing by leading validation efforts for automotive connectivity projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance test processes and adopt cutting-edge technologies, ensuring high-quali...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$171K - $247K *

Lead the charge in enhancing power component quality and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, manage supplier audits, and ensure top-tier performance in cutting...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.