Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs

Quality Assurance Specialist jobs are open across manufacturing, software, healthcare, and consumer goods, from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in software testing, regulatory compliance, and process auditing. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles3,254+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerFood Lion
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type65% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Quality Assurance Engineer/Inspector
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Quality Assurance Engineer/Inspector
bastion technologies
Pasadena, California
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
$114k - $145k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
201-500

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Quality Assurance Supervisor - K9 & Kin
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Quality Assurance Supervisor - K9 & Kin
Kalmbach Feeds
Carey, Ohio
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Bachelor's degree in food science
501-1,000

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Quality Assurance Automation Engineer
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Quality Assurance Automation Engineer
Hue Solutions Inc
Dallas, Texas
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$72k - $90k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree

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BI Quality Assurance Analyst
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BI Quality Assurance Analyst
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Cleveland, Ohio
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Software Engineering
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in information technology
1,001-5,000

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Quality Assurance Supervisor - UniClean
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Quality Assurance Supervisor - UniClean
UniFirst
Hudson, New Hampshire
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
ISO certification audits
10,000+

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Quality Assurance Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Food Lion117
  • Amazon20
  • Chromalloy20
  • Genentech16
  • Maverick Tech16

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software29
  • Food & Beverage13
  • Manufacturing10
  • Medical Devices10
  • Agriculture & Farming10

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance specialist jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949
  • Experience writing and executing test plans, test cases, and inspection reports
  • Familiarity with defect tracking tools such as Jira, ALM, or similar platforms
  • ASQ Certified Quality Auditor or equivalent certification preferred
  • Ability to read technical documentation, engineering drawings, or product specifications

Tips for Your Quality Assurance Specialist Job Search

Tailor your resume to QA methods

List the specific QA methodologies you have used, such as FMEA, Six Sigma, or Agile testing frameworks. Generic quality experience blends into the background. Recruiters scan for the exact tools and standards your target role requires, so match your resume language to the job posting.

Certify before applying to regulated industries

Medical device, pharmaceutical, and aerospace QA postings routinely screen for certifications like ASQ CQA or ISO 9001 Lead Auditor before the interview stage. If you are targeting those sectors and lack a cert, getting one before applying will remove a common rejection point.

Filter openings by industry, not just title

QA specialist roles differ sharply across software, manufacturing, and healthcare. Search by industry vertical alongside the job title so your applications land in environments where your specific compliance experience, whether FDA, IATF, or ISTQB, is directly relevant.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists quality assurance specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare defect metrics for behavioral questions

Interviewers will ask how you have caught and resolved quality issues. Prepare two or three concrete examples where you identified a defect pattern, documented it, and drove a process change. Frame each example around what the defect cost and what your intervention prevented.

Negotiate scope before accepting an offer

QA specialist titles vary widely in whether you own testing only or also own process improvement and supplier audits. Before signing, confirm in writing which responsibilities are yours, what tools you will have access to, and how quality findings escalate to production teams.

Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most quality assurance specialists?

The companies hiring the most quality assurance specialists right now include Food Lion, Amazon, and Chromalloy, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially active in medical device, automotive, and enterprise software sectors.

How many quality assurance specialist jobs are remote?

About 35% of quality assurance specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies by industry. Software and SaaS QA roles account for the largest share of remote postings, while manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and on-site inspection roles almost always require in-person work.

How do you become a quality assurance specialist?

Start by earning a degree in engineering, life sciences, computer science, or a related technical field. Build hands-on experience through internships, technician roles, or entry-level production positions where you work alongside QA teams. Earn a recognized certification such as ASQ CQA or ISTQB to signal competency to employers. Then target openings in an industry that matches your background and apply directly to listings that fit your skill set.

Can you get a quality assurance specialist job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level QA specialist roles exist specifically for candidates with limited professional history, particularly in software testing and manufacturing inspection. Employers in those areas often care more about attention to detail, familiarity with testing tools, and any relevant coursework or personal projects than they do about years on a resume. A foundational certification and a portfolio of documented test cases or inspection reports can substitute for direct work experience in many screening processes.

What does the quality assurance specialist interview process look like?

Most QA specialist hiring processes start with a recruiter screen covering your background and tool experience, followed by a technical interview where you walk through how you design test cases, document defects, or conduct audits. A practical exercise, such as reviewing a sample product spec or writing a test plan, is common in software QA roles. Final rounds typically involve a panel with engineering and operations stakeholders who assess how you communicate findings and drive corrective action.

Where can I find and apply to quality assurance specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to quality assurance specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your industry experience, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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