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Qa Engineer 1 Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

QA Engineer Location: Hybrid Role - 3 Days On-Site/2 Days Remote, located in Menlo Park, CA or Fremont, CA location. Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on QA Engineer to join ...

QA Engineer (Level 3) - Santa Clara, CA - 100% onsite 6 month assignment Interview Video Rate Range- $50.00-55.00 W2 Role Overview Major Tech Firm is seeking a QA Engineer to support software and ...

QA Engineer Onsite in Foster City, CA 5 days in office The Quality Assurance team is actively seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to help ensure that our backend services are optimized, secure, and ...

QA Engineer Onsite in Foster City, CA | 5 days in office The Quality Assurance team is actively seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to help ensure that our backend services are optimized, secure ...

QA Engineer Onsite in Foster City, CA | 5 days in office The Quality Assurance team is actively seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to help ensure that our backend services are optimized, secure ...

QA Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$60/hr

Title: QA Engineer Pay Rate: $60/hr Location: Sunnyvale, CA Type: Fulltime with benefits About Novus Labs Novus Labs is our sibling company that provides engineering support to the largest tech ...

The QA Engineer position supports Mizuho OSI in achieving established goals and objectives and ... one's own work to provide for effective task performance and to plan and prioritize items to meet ...

The QA Engineer position supports Mizuho OSI in achieving established goals and objectives and ... one's own work to provide for effective task performance and to plan and prioritize items to meet ...

The QA Engineer position supports Mizuho OSI in achieving established goals and objectives and ... one's own work to provide for effective task performance and to plan and prioritize items to meet ...

QA Engineer

Glendale, CA · On-site

$42 - $57/hr

QA Engineer Pay Range: $42/hour to $57/hourPosition Overview We are seeking an experienced QA ... Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language used for test automation, such as ...

Job Role QA Engineers Location Fremont, CA - must be onsite 5 days a week Duration 6-12 Months Contract Interview type Video Required skills Technical Requirements Tech Stack * JavaScript * Python ...

Sanmina is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer with 2+ years of experience in electronics ... one element of our total rewards package. The total rewards package also includes a variety of ...

The QA Engineer will design and maintain regression test suites, build automated tests, execute ... automation skills in one or more stacks (e.g., Python/pytest, Java/TestNG, JS/TypeScript ...

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How much do qa engineer 1 jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for qa engineer 1 in California is $47.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.74 and $54.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Qa Engineer 1 vs Qa Engineer 2?

AspectQa Engineer 1Qa Engineer 2
Experience LevelEntry-level, 0-2 yearsMid-level, 2-5 years
CertificationsBasic QA certifications preferredAdvanced certifications beneficial
ResponsibilitiesExecuting test cases, reporting bugsDesigning test plans, mentoring juniors
Work EnvironmentTeam collaboration, manual testingAutomation tools, process improvement

Qa Engineer 1 typically handles basic testing tasks and reports bugs, suitable for those new to QA. Qa Engineer 2 takes on more complex testing, including automation and mentoring, reflecting increased experience and skills. The roles differ mainly in responsibility scope and expertise level, aligning with career progression in quality assurance.

Is QA Engineer 1 still in demand?

QA Engineer 1 roles remain in demand as companies continue to prioritize software quality assurance, especially with the growth of agile development and automation tools like Selenium and JIRA. Entry-level QA positions often require basic testing skills and knowledge of testing frameworks, making them accessible for new professionals entering the field.
Infographic showing various Qa Engineer 1 job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,648 per year, or $47.9 per hour.

$35/hr

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Job description

Company Description

Global Channel Management is a technology company that specializes in various types of recruiting and staff augmentation.  Our account managers and recruiters have over a decade of experience in various verticals. GCM understands the challenges companies face when it comes to the skills and experience needed to fill the void of the day to day function.  Organizations need to reduce training and labor costs but at same requiring the best "talent " for the job. 


Qualifications

Quality Assurance Engineer needs Bachelors Degree required (Engineering or Chemistry preferred);


Quality Assurance Engineer  requires:

  • Formal certification such as CQE/ SSBB preferred. Understanding of ISO 9100, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills and
  • proficient in use of SAP
  • Quality Module
  • 5+ years of Quality experience in a manufacturing environment

Quality Assurance Engineer duties:

Participate as an internal auditor to the ISO 9100, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 management standards.

Must be able to lead others as well as to delegate activities for successful completion of projects.



Additional Information

$35/hr

12 MONTHS


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About Global Channel Management

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Global Channel Management is a technology company that specializes in various types of recruiting and staff augmentation. Global Channel Management understands the challenges companies face when it comes to the skills and experience needed to fill the void of the day to day function. Organizations need to reduce training and labor costs but at the same time requiring the best talent for the job. GCM's Ownership and Management teams have extensive Staffing, Recruiting, HR and Executive Leadership knowledge, Experience and Expertise. Our Understanding and Commitment to our Client's Satisfaction are key reasons GCM has been successful in establishing long term relationships.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Austell, GA, US

Year founded

2009

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