Software Quality Engineer Jobs in Arizona

Software Quality Engineer jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, financial technology, and enterprise software development, with openings from entry-level QA analysts through senior quality architects. Phoenix, Tempe, and Scottsdale anchor most of the hiring, where established employers such as Intel, Honeywell, and Raytheon Technologies maintain large engineering operations that depend on dedicated quality engineering teams. The most sought-after specialties in Arizona listings include test automation, embedded systems quality, and regulatory compliance testing for defense and medical device software. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles6
Top employerRaytheon
Top cityTucson, AZ
Cities hiring4
Work type75% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Lucid Motors
Sr. Field Quality Engineer, Software Integration
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Added 4d ago
Sr. Field Quality Engineer, Software Integration
Lucid Motors
Casa Grande, Arizona
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering
5,001-10,000

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Raytheon
Software Quality Engineer
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Raytheon
Added 1w ago
Software Quality Engineer
Raytheon
Tucson, Arizona
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$69k - $131k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Raytheon
Software Systems Quality Engineer II onsite Tucson, AZ
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Raytheon
Added 1w ago
Software Systems Quality Engineer II onsite Tucson, AZ
Raytheon
Tucson, Arizona
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$69k - $131k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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arrivia
Remote - Senior Software Engineer, Quality Engineering
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arrivia
Added 1mo ago
Remote - Senior Software Engineer, Quality Engineering
arrivia
Scottsdale, Arizona
Cloud Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Roche
Senior Software Engineer - Post Market Quality
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Roche
Added 3mo ago
Senior Software Engineer - Post Market Quality
Roche
Tucson, Arizona
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Software Engineering
$77k - $144k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree
10,000+

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Software Quality Engineer Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Tucson
3 jobs
Phoenix
1 job
Scottsdale
1 job
Casa Grande
1 job

Software Quality Engineer Job Market in Arizona

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

Who's Hiring

Raytheon
Raytheon2 open roles
ASM
ASM1 open role
Roche
Roche1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in software quality engineer jobs across Arizona.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related technical field
  • Hands-on experience writing and maintaining automated test scripts using tools such as Selenium or pytest
  • Proficiency with defect tracking and test management platforms such as Jira and TestRail
  • Familiarity with Agile and Scrum development workflows and CI/CD pipeline integration
  • Experience with API testing using tools such as Postman or REST-assured
  • Knowledge of software quality standards relevant to Arizona industries such as DO-178C or IEC 62304

Software Quality Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software quality engineer in Arizona?

The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or information systems, then building hands-on QA skills through internships or project work. Arizona does not issue a state license for software quality engineers, but industry certifications such as the ISTQB Certified Tester are widely recognized by Arizona employers in aerospace, defense, and fintech. Large Arizona engineering employers, particularly in the Phoenix metro, regularly recruit from Arizona State University, University of Arizona, and local bootcamp programs with QA tracks.

How much do software quality engineers make in Arizona?

Software quality engineers in Arizona earn a median of about $100,650 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,920 for the lowest 10% to over $143,000 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire software quality engineers in Arizona?

Employers hiring software quality engineers in Arizona right now include Raytheon, ASM, and Roche, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and fintech firms means demand is consistent across both large enterprises and mid-size product companies in the greater Phoenix and Tucson corridors.

Which Arizona cities have the most software quality engineer jobs?

Tucson, Phoenix, and Scottsdale lead Arizona for software quality engineer openings. Phoenix drives the largest share through its dense cluster of technology companies, financial services headquarters, and defense contractors, while Tempe and Scottsdale attract product-focused software firms and fintech startups that rely heavily on quality engineering teams embedded in Agile development cycles.

Are there remote software quality engineer jobs in Arizona?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 25% of software quality engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the role centers on writing test scripts, reviewing code, and managing defect cycles in shared digital tools. Positions tied to hardware validation or classified defense programs in Arizona are more likely to require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a software quality engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is applying to QA analyst or junior test engineer roles, which require less experience than senior quality engineer positions and appear consistently in Arizona job postings. Intel and Honeywell both run structured new-graduate engineering programs at their Arizona campuses that include quality-focused rotations. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as technical support, business analysis, or software development internships can transition effectively by completing an ISTQB Foundation certification and building a portfolio of automated test scripts through open-source contributions or personal projects.

Where can I find and apply to software quality engineer jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to software quality engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across industries including aerospace, semiconductor, fintech, and enterprise software. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization below and apply directly without needing to create a profile first.

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