Remote QA Test Engineer Jobs
Remote QA Test Engineer jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first software companies, distributed SaaS teams, and technology-driven enterprises in healthcare, fintech, and e-commerce all hiring for this role. Employers hiring remotely right now include IPSY, Aretum, and GuruSchools. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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IPSY is the beauty industry's most powerful platform, uniting brands, creators, and hyper-engaged consumers with unprecedented access to each other through the ultimate beauty membership. Home to sample-size subscription IPSY Original, full-size subscription IPSY Extra, and quarterly, limited-edition collection IPSY Ultimate, we curate beauty for millions of members so they can play, explore, and express their unique beauty every day.
We think self-discovery, self-expression, and confidence are beautiful. Agree? Then join us! Explore careers and learn more about our values, culture, and benefits across all our brands: IPSY Careers.
We're proud to be a remote-first company. Our fully remote team members have the chance to live and work where they want, because we believe work should fit into your life—not the other way around. We offer monthly virtual activities, company-wide offsites, professional development, and learning sessions, to help our team members stay connected, engaged, and impactful while working virtually.
United States Remote: Remote positions which may be performed in any of the states where IPSY has established a Business presence: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Massachusetts, Missouri, North Carolina, New York, New Jersey, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah and Washington. California Privacy Notice
Beware job scams! IPSY recruiters only use @ipsy.com email addresses. We do not interview via text/message/Teams. We don't ask for software downloads (except Zoom) and we will never ask for sensitive information (like SSN/bank info). Suspect fraud? Report it to law enforcement and recruiting@ipsy.com.
JOB DESCRIPTION
About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior QA Manager to lead our Test Automation and Performance Testing teams. This role requires a hands-on leader who can drive test automation
strategy, ensure performance testing excellence, and collaborate with crossfunctional teams to deliver high quality software. The ideal candidate will have a deep technical
background, strong leadership skills, and a passion for quality.
This position reports to a Senior Director of Engineering and can be fully remote from any of the 17 U.S. states where IPSY hires (see list of states above), but must be available to work core business hours aligned with Pacific Time (PT).
What You'll Be Doing:
- Define and drive the vision, strategy, and roadmap for test automation and performance testing.
- Establish, maintain, and scale test automation frameworks for functional, integration, regression, UAT and end-to-end testing.
- Build and enhance performance testing frameworks to ensure system scalability, reliability, and responsiveness.
- Lead and mentor a team of test automation and performance engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Work closely with Engineering , DevOps, and product teams to integrate quality engineering practices early in the development cycle.
- Implement and improve QA processes, including CI/CD pipeline integration , Code gating, test data management, and shiftleft testing strategies.
- Define and track key QA metrics to measure test effectiveness and drive improvements.
- Evaluate and introduce new tools, frameworks, and best practices to enhance test coverage and efficiency.
- Provide regular updates on quality metrics, test coverage, and defect trends to engineering leadership.
What We Are Looking For:
Education & Experience
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a
related field. - Experience: 10+ years in software quality engineering, with at least 5+ years in a QA
leadership role.
Technical Expertise
- Proficiency in test automation frameworks such as webdriver,io BDD testing framework.
- Strong scripting and programming skills in Python, Java, JavaScript, or similar languages.
- Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter, Gatling, k6, or LoadRunner.
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, etc.)
- Knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, and containerization technologies.
- Digital Experience with Subscription and ecommerce platforms
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Proven ability to lead and develop highperforming QA teams.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering and business teams.
- Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies and integrating QA in DevOps workflows
Bonus if You Have:
- Experience with AI/MLdriven test automation tools.
- Knowledge of security testing methodologies and tools.
- Experience in largescale enterprise software testing.
- ISTQB or equivalent QA certification.
Work Authorization:
Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the U.S. without requiring current or future visa sponsorship or transfer.
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary & bonus program
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Work from home flexibility
- Free IPSY Extra subscription
- Learning & development programs
EEO Statement: We celebrate diversity and are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.
If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or employment process, please contact us.
Please review our California Privacy Notice.
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Join us in inspiring everyone to express their unique beauty.
IPSY is the beauty industry's most powerful platform, uniting brands, creators, and hyper-engaged consumers with unprecedented access to each other through the ultimate beauty membership. Home to sample-size subscription IPSY Original, full-size subscription IPSY Extra, and quarterly, limited-edition collection IPSY Ultimate, we curate beauty for millions of members so they can play, explore, and express their unique beauty every day.
We think self-discovery, self-expression, and confidence are beautiful. Agree? Then join us! Explore careers and learn more about our values, culture, and benefits across all our brands: IPSY Careers.
We're proud to be a remote-first company. Our fully remote team members have the chance to live and work where they want, because we believe work should fit into your life—not the other way around. We offer monthly virtual activities, company-wide offsites, professional development, and learning sessions, to help our team members stay connected, engaged, and impactful while working virtually.
United States Remote: Remote positions which may be performed in any of the states where IPSY has established a Business presence: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Massachusetts, Missouri, North Carolina, New York, New Jersey, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah and Washington. California Privacy Notice
Beware job scams! IPSY recruiters only use @ipsy.com email addresses. We do not interview via text/message/Teams. We don't ask for software downloads (except Zoom) and we will never ask for sensitive information (like SSN/bank info). Suspect fraud? Report it to law enforcement and recruiting@ipsy.com.
JOB DESCRIPTION
About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior QA Manager to lead our Test Automation and Performance Testing teams. This role requires a hands-on leader who can drive test automation
strategy, ensure performance testing excellence, and collaborate with crossfunctional teams to deliver high quality software. The ideal candidate will have a deep technical
background, strong leadership skills, and a passion for quality.
This position reports to a Senior Director of Engineering and can be fully remote from any of the 17 U.S. states where IPSY hires (see list of states above), but must be available to work core business hours aligned with Pacific Time (PT).
What You'll Be Doing:
- Define and drive the vision, strategy, and roadmap for test automation and performance testing.
- Establish, maintain, and scale test automation frameworks for functional, integration, regression, UAT and end-to-end testing.
- Build and enhance performance testing frameworks to ensure system scalability, reliability, and responsiveness.
- Lead and mentor a team of test automation and performance engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Work closely with Engineering , DevOps, and product teams to integrate quality engineering practices early in the development cycle.
- Implement and improve QA processes, including CI/CD pipeline integration , Code gating, test data management, and shiftleft testing strategies.
- Define and track key QA metrics to measure test effectiveness and drive improvements.
- Evaluate and introduce new tools, frameworks, and best practices to enhance test coverage and efficiency.
- Provide regular updates on quality metrics, test coverage, and defect trends to engineering leadership.
What We Are Looking For:
Education & Experience
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a
related field. - Experience: 10+ years in software quality engineering, with at least 5+ years in a QA
leadership role.
Technical Expertise
- Proficiency in test automation frameworks such as webdriver,io BDD testing framework.
- Strong scripting and programming skills in Python, Java, JavaScript, or similar languages.
- Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter, Gatling, k6, or LoadRunner.
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, etc.)
- Knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, and containerization technologies.
- Digital Experience with Subscription and ecommerce platforms
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Proven ability to lead and develop highperforming QA teams.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering and business teams.
- Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies and integrating QA in DevOps workflows
Bonus if You Have:
- Experience with AI/MLdriven test automation tools.
- Knowledge of security testing methodologies and tools.
- Experience in largescale enterprise software testing.
- ISTQB or equivalent QA certification.
Work Authorization:
Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the U.S. without requiring current or future visa sponsorship or transfer.
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary & bonus program
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Work from home flexibility
- Free IPSY Extra subscription
- Learning & development programs
EEO Statement: We celebrate diversity and are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.
If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or employment process, please contact us.
Please review our California Privacy Notice.
#LI-SB
#LI-Remote
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote QA test engineer jobs.
- Proficiency in at least one test automation framework such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright
- Experience writing and maintaining test cases for web, mobile, or API-based applications
- Familiarity with bug-tracking and project management tools such as Jira
- Understanding of software development lifecycle and agile or scrum methodologies
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
- ISTQB Foundation Level certification or equivalent quality assurance credential
Tips for Your Remote QA Test Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote qa test engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Demonstrate async communication in your application
Remote qa test engineer hiring managers review your written defect reports and test documentation before they meet you. Submit a sample bug report or test case summary with your application to show you communicate clearly without real-time back-and-forth.
Build a public automated testing portfolio
Push test suites to a public repository using Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright against a real open-source app. Remote employers want proof you can build and maintain automation independently, and a working repository removes any doubt about your hands-on ability.
Target remote-first engineering teams specifically
Companies that were built remote from the start have testing infrastructure, async rituals, and onboarding designed for distributed QA work. Joining a company retrofitting remote onto an office culture is a harder experience, especially early in your tenure.
Remote QA Test Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote qa test engineer job?
Target companies that already operate distributed engineering teams, such as remote-first SaaS firms and cloud-native product companies, because they have the tooling and culture for remote QA built in. Remote employers screen for self-directed testing discipline, strong async written communication, and hands-on fluency with tools like Selenium, Cypress, JIRA, and TestRail. Candidates who document their test plans and defect reports clearly have a real edge over those who rely on in-person context.
Which companies hire remote qa test engineers?
Companies hiring remote qa test engineers right now include IPSY, Aretum, and GuruSchools, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first software companies, distributed fintech platforms, and healthcare technology firms tend to hire qa test engineers remotely most consistently because their engineering workflows are already built around asynchronous collaboration.
Can you get a remote qa test engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level qa test engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to triage and document issues independently from day one without in-office guidance. Remote-first startups and mid-size SaaS companies are more likely to take a chance on junior candidates. A portfolio of personal or open-source test suites, documented bug reports, and demonstrated fluency in at least one automation framework will open more doors than a resume alone.
Do you need a degree for remote qa test engineer jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers care more about what you can demonstrate than what your diploma says, particularly in software, fintech, and e-commerce where shipping velocity matters. Practical skills in manual and automated testing, familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, and a verifiable history of finding and documenting defects carry significant weight. Certifications like ISTQB can also substitute for a formal degree in many hiring conversations.
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