Updated 2026-04-23 · BLS OEWS May 2024

QA Engineer jobs in Milwaukee, WI

123 qa engineers employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $93,484 median · 5% below the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

QA Engineer pay in Milwaukee, WI

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Milwaukee metro. Half of QA Engineers earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $71,307 $93,484 $113,964
25th$71,307 Median$93,484 75th$113,964 vs US5% below the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full QA Engineer salary guide →

QA Engineer pay bands in Milwaukee by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Senior QA Engineer

Typical senior band in Milwaukee
Example (illustrative)
Location
Milwaukee, WI
Typical pay range
$86,472–$114,611
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Senior QA Engineer

Typical senior band in Milwaukee
Example (illustrative)
Location
Milwaukee, WI
Typical pay range
$82,265–$104,515
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level QA Engineer

Typical mid level band in Milwaukee
Example (illustrative)
Location
Milwaukee, WI
Typical pay range
$79,461–$104,515
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Senior QA Engineer

Typical senior band in Milwaukee
Example (illustrative)
Location
Milwaukee, WI
Typical pay range
$79,461–$109,563
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Lead QA Engineer

Typical lead band in Milwaukee
Example (illustrative)
Location
Milwaukee, WI
Typical pay range
$82,265–$111,245
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

QA Engineer Career Ladder — Milwaukee Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Milwaukee’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry QA Engineer0–2 yrs$67,308
  2. Mid QA Engineer2–5 yrs$88,809
  3. Senior QA Engineer5–8 yrs$112,180
  4. Staff QA Engineer8–12 yrs$135,551
  5. Lead QA Engineer12+ yrs$158,922

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the QA Engineer hiring market in Milwaukee

  • SAIC
  • Deloitte Digital
  • Cognizant
  • Accenture
  • IBM

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Milwaukee post QA Engineer jobs

Employers in the Milwaukee metro typically post QA Engineer roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What Milwaukee Employers Actually Ask QA Engineers

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

QA Engineer in Milwaukee, WI — Common Questions

How much does a QA Engineer earn in Milwaukee, WI?
Median $93,484/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $71,307–$113,964. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many QA Engineer jobs are there in Milwaukee?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 123 QA Engineer roles employed in the Milwaukee metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Milwaukee employers use for QA Engineer?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to QA Engineer jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to QA Engineer openings in Milwaukee and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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