What defines a mid-level qa engineer?

Mid-level typically means 3–5 years of experience. You can work independently on most tasks, contribute to design decisions, and may start mentoring junior team members.

What salary range for mid-level qa engineer roles?

Mid-level qa engineer salaries range from $80k to $140k depending on location, company size, and tech stack. Metro areas and high-growth startups pay toward the upper end.

How do I advance from mid-level to senior qa engineer?

Focus on leading projects end-to-end, mentoring others, and developing system-level thinking. Seek stretch assignments that demonstrate your ability to handle ambiguity and make architectural decisions.

1,042+ JobsUpdated Apr 18, 2026

Mid-Level QA Engineer Jobs

Mid-level qa engineer roles are the sweet spot for career growth - you have enough experience to lead features independently while still expanding your skills. Companies offer $80k–$140k for professionals with 3–5 years of experience.

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Salary Range

$0k – $166k

Top Companies

Limelight Health, Astra North Infoteck Inc., ARETUM Holdings LLC, Omaze, Peraton, Appfabs Incorporation +38 more

Job Types

90% Full Time, 10% Contract

Top Locations

CA, Washington, District of Columbia, Washington, Alexandria

Work Model

84% On-Site, 14% Hybrid, 2% Remote

Experience Levels

100% Mid Level

We found 1,042 mid-level qa engineer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Washington, District of Columbia, Washington. Salaries range from $0k to $166k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (84%), Hybrid (14%), Remote (2%). Top employers include Limelight Health, Astra North Infoteck Inc., ARETUM Holdings LLC and 41 other companies.

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Limelight Health2 jobs

Astra North Infoteck Inc.2 jobs

ARETUM Holdings LLC2 jobs

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Peraton2 jobs

Appfabs Incorporation2 jobs

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