QA Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts

QA Specialist jobs in Massachusetts are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in the state's life sciences, medtech, and enterprise software sectors, and openings at every level from entry-level test associate through senior quality engineer. Boston, Cambridge, and Marlborough anchor most of the hiring, where employers like Thermo Fisher Scientific, Raytheon Technologies, and Boston Scientific maintain large quality teams. The most sought-after specialties in Massachusetts are software QA automation, FDA-regulated medical device quality, and GMP compliance testing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles109+
Top employerInsulet Corporation
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring62
Work type48% Hybrid
Top industryElectronics

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MES Solutions
Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator
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MES Solutions
New 4h ago
Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator
MES Solutions
Norwood, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$27 - $29/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree

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Stavis Seafoods
QA Data Specialist
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Stavis Seafoods
New 11h ago
QA Data Specialist
Stavis Seafoods
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
On-Site
51-200

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Salem Hospital
PAX Quality Assurance Specialist
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Salem Hospital
New 14h ago
PAX Quality Assurance Specialist
Salem Hospital
Salem, Massachusetts
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$64k - $93k.4/yr
Hybrid
Associate's degree in Business Administration

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Flik Independent School Dining
QA Specialist
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Flik Independent School Dining
New 15h ago
QA Specialist
Flik Independent School Dining
Boston, Massachusetts
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$89k - $90k/yr

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ElevateBio
Lead Specialist, QA Validation
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ElevateBio
New 23h ago
Lead Specialist, QA Validation
ElevateBio
Waltham, Massachusetts
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$50 - $69/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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QA Specialist Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
14 jobs
Acton
6 jobs
Waltham
5 jobs
Cambridge
4 jobs
Marlboro
3 jobs
Burlington
3 jobs
Chelmsford
3 jobs
Salem
2 jobs
Canton
2 jobs

QA Specialist Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Insulet Corporation
Insulet Corporation3 open roles
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Vertex Pharmaceuticals3 open roles
Teleflex
Teleflex2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Medical Devices
  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in QA specialist jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, engineering, computer science, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience with test planning, test case execution, and defect tracking tools
  • Familiarity with FDA 21 CFR, ISO 13485, or GMP quality standards for regulated industries
  • Proficiency with automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, or comparable tools
  • ASQ Certified Quality Auditor or CSTE certification preferred by Massachusetts employers
  • Strong documentation and written communication skills for quality records and reports

QA Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a qa specialist in Massachusetts?

Most qa specialist roles in Massachusetts require a bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, computer science, or a closely related field. There is no state-issued license for the role, but employers in Massachusetts's regulated industries strongly favor candidates who hold ASQ certifications such as the Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Quality Auditor. Building experience through internships at a medtech or biotech company gives candidates a meaningful edge in this market.

Which companies hire qa specialists in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring qa specialists in Massachusetts right now include Insulet Corporation, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and Teleflex, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of FDA-regulated medtech and pharmaceutical companies means quality roles here are particularly deep in compliance and validation work compared to national averages.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most qa specialist jobs?

Boston, Acton, and Waltham have the most qa specialist openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge drive volume through their concentration of biotech, software, and research institutions, while Marlborough and the Route 495 corridor attract significant medical device and defense manufacturing quality roles anchored by employers like Boston Scientific and Raytheon Technologies.

Are there remote qa specialist jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, though availability depends heavily on the industry. About 56% of qa specialist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting a split market. Software QA and test automation roles can run fully remote, while positions in medical device manufacturing, GMP environments, or hardware validation typically require on-site presence at a Massachusetts facility.

How can I get hired as a qa specialist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a QA associate or junior test analyst role at a Massachusetts software company or contract research organization. Large Massachusetts employers like Biogen and MathWorks have historically hired new graduates into quality associate and analyst programs. Completing an ASQ-recognized quality fundamentals course, building a portfolio of test cases from open-source projects, or transitioning from a related role such as technical support analyst or laboratory technician are the moves that get candidates through the door.

Where can I find and apply to qa specialist jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to qa specialist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across software, medtech, manufacturing, and enterprise sectors. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly from the listing.

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