Resume Example
QA Engineer Resume Example
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Key skills
SeleniumCypressPlaywrightPostmanJIRATestRailPython/Java/JavaScriptSQLJenkins/GitHub ActionsGit
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Market themes
- Shift-left testing is becoming standard
- DevOps adoption is growing
- AI testing tools are emerging
Certifications
- ISTQB Foundation Level
- ISTQB Advanced
- AWS/Azure certifications
Salary ranges
| Level | US | EU | Canada |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry | USD 50,000-70,000 | EUR 42,000-48,000 | CAD 53,000-68,000 |
| Mid | USD 77,000-100,000 | EUR 50,000-67,000 | CAD 68,000-94,000 |
| Senior | USD 100,000-155,000 | EUR 70,000-83,000 | CAD 94,000-124,000 |
US hot markets
- San Francisco
- Seattle
- Austin
- New York
- Boston
- Raleigh
EU hot markets
- London
- Berlin
- Amsterdam
Canada hot markets
- Toronto
- Vancouver
- Calgary
Why this works
- Highlights outcomes aligned with QA Engineer priorities.
- Emphasizes System Design and API Development to match ATS scans.
- Shows ownership, collaboration, and measurable results.
Example bullets
- Improved system reliability by optimizing core services and infrastructure.
- Automated deployment workflows to speed releases and reduce risk.
- Collaborated with product teams to ship scalable features on schedule.
FAQ
Common questions about this role
What should a QA Engineer resume highlight?
Focus on system reliability, scalable delivery, and engineering impact so hiring teams see immediate fit.
Which skills matter most for QA Engineer roles?
Prioritize System Design, API Development, Cloud Platforms, CI/CD in your skills section.
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