Entry Level Quality Engineer Jobs
New grad quality engineer jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience to roles where a strong internship record or hands-on project portfolio can matter more than tenure. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, with employers like Jobot, Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, and Astemo hiring at this level now.
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Software Quality Engineer
Description -
This role is responsible for maintaining the quality, reliability, and performance of software applications throughout the development lifecycle. The role identifies and rectifies defects, ensures adherence to established quality standards, and contributes to the overall improvement of the software development process. The role involves various activities aimed at preventing and detecting issues, thereby enhancing the end user experience. The role creates and executes comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on project specifications.
Onsite in Ft Collins 5-days a week
Responsibilities
- Executes established test plans and protocols for assigned portions of code for end-user applications, systems software, and firmware running on hardware, local, networked, and Internet-based platforms; identifies, logs, and debugs assigned issues.
- Perform Functional and Solution Testing of Video/Collaboration Software.
- Additionally, codes and programs test scripts, automation, and integration activities based on specific test requirements.
- Conducts functional, integration, regression, and performance testing to validate software functionality.
- Automates testing processes using appropriate tools and frameworks to improve efficiency and repeatability.
- Monitors and enforces adherence to established coding standards, design guidelines, and best practices.
- Monitors software performance and conducts load and stress testing to identify bottlenecks and performance issues.
- Prepares and maintains QA-related documentation, including test plans, test matrices, and testing reports.
- Develops understanding of and relationship with internal and outsourced development partners on software applications design and development.
- Participates as a member of project team of other software quality assurance engineers to develop reliable, cost effective and high quality solutions for low to moderately-complex products.
- Supports priority projects with direction, maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders and sharing information via standardized reports.
Education & Experience Recommended
- Four-year Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
- Typically has 0-2 years of work experience, preferably in software quality assurance, test harnesses and QA focused tools, or a related field.
Preferred Certifications
- Certified Software Quality Engineer
- Certified Associate in Software Quality (CASQ)
- Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE)
Knowledge & Skills
- Agile Methodology
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- Automation
- CI/CD
- Computer Science
- Copilot AI or equivalent
- Debugging
- Jenkins
- JIRA
- Python
- Scripting
- FAST/Scrum (Software Development)
- Security
- SIP Protocol
- Software Development
- Software Engineering
- Software Quality (SQA/SQC)
- Software Testing
- Test Automation
- Test Planning
- Test Rail test case management
- Video Software
The pay range for this role is $59,350 to $89,600 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Benefits:
HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long term/short term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Generous time off policies, including;
- 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
- 11 paid holidays
- Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Job Posting Expiration Date: 11/1/26
Job -
Software
Schedule -
Full time
Shift -
No shift premium (United States of America)
Travel -
Relocation -
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -
HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).
Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.
For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal"
Software Quality Engineer
Description -
This role is responsible for maintaining the quality, reliability, and performance of software applications throughout the development lifecycle. The role identifies and rectifies defects, ensures adherence to established quality standards, and contributes to the overall improvement of the software development process. The role involves various activities aimed at preventing and detecting issues, thereby enhancing the end user experience. The role creates and executes comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on project specifications.
Onsite in Ft Collins 5-days a week
Responsibilities
- Executes established test plans and protocols for assigned portions of code for end-user applications, systems software, and firmware running on hardware, local, networked, and Internet-based platforms; identifies, logs, and debugs assigned issues.
- Perform Functional and Solution Testing of Video/Collaboration Software.
- Additionally, codes and programs test scripts, automation, and integration activities based on specific test requirements.
- Conducts functional, integration, regression, and performance testing to validate software functionality.
- Automates testing processes using appropriate tools and frameworks to improve efficiency and repeatability.
- Monitors and enforces adherence to established coding standards, design guidelines, and best practices.
- Monitors software performance and conducts load and stress testing to identify bottlenecks and performance issues.
- Prepares and maintains QA-related documentation, including test plans, test matrices, and testing reports.
- Develops understanding of and relationship with internal and outsourced development partners on software applications design and development.
- Participates as a member of project team of other software quality assurance engineers to develop reliable, cost effective and high quality solutions for low to moderately-complex products.
- Supports priority projects with direction, maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders and sharing information via standardized reports.
Education & Experience Recommended
- Four-year Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
- Typically has 0-2 years of work experience, preferably in software quality assurance, test harnesses and QA focused tools, or a related field.
Preferred Certifications
- Certified Software Quality Engineer
- Certified Associate in Software Quality (CASQ)
- Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE)
Knowledge & Skills
- Agile Methodology
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- Automation
- CI/CD
- Computer Science
- Copilot AI or equivalent
- Debugging
- Jenkins
- JIRA
- Python
- Scripting
- FAST/Scrum (Software Development)
- Security
- SIP Protocol
- Software Development
- Software Engineering
- Software Quality (SQA/SQC)
- Software Testing
- Test Automation
- Test Planning
- Test Rail test case management
- Video Software
The pay range for this role is $59,350 to $89,600 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Benefits:
HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long term/short term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Generous time off policies, including;
- 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
- 11 paid holidays
- Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Job Posting Expiration Date: 11/1/26
Job -
Software
Schedule -
Full time
Shift -
No shift premium (United States of America)
Travel -
Relocation -
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -
HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).
Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.
For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal"
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Entry Level Quality Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level quality engineer job?
Entry level quality engineer roles reward candidates who can demonstrate hands-on familiarity with quality management systems, inspection processes, or statistical methods like SPC. Coursework in engineering, manufacturing, or industrial technology gives you a foundation, and a senior capstone project or internship that involved auditing, testing, or root-cause analysis makes your application stand out. Certifications such as the ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential also signal commitment to the field early in your career.
Which companies hire entry level quality engineers?
Companies hiring entry level quality engineers right now include Jobot, Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, and Astemo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring covers manufacturers, medical device companies, aerospace suppliers, and consumer goods producers that need early-career engineers to support inspection, documentation, and process improvement work.
Are there remote entry level quality engineer jobs?
Yes, though most quality engineer roles at the entry level are on-site given the hands-on nature of inspection and manufacturing work. About 10% of entry level quality engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to focus on documentation, supplier quality audits, or quality systems work that can be done without a factory floor presence.
Are these new grad quality engineer jobs?
Yes, listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior quality engineer roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in place of full-time history, or lists a degree as the primary qualification rather than a long list of past roles. Look for language like "entry level," "new graduate," or "will train" in the job description as a reliable signal.
Which industries hire the most entry level quality engineers?
Entry level quality engineer roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate under strict regulatory or customer quality standards that require dedicated engineers to handle inspection, compliance documentation, and continuous improvement even for less experienced staff.