What is the salary of a Quality Assurance Engineer in Sri Lanka?

In Sri Lanka, a Quality Assurance Engineer earns LKR 45k–LKR 80k/month at entry level, LKR 80k–LKR 155k/month at mid-level, and LKR 155k–LKR 280k/month at senior level. Globally, experienced Quality Assurance Engineers earn USD 150k+/year.

What skills are needed to become a Quality Assurance Engineer in Sri Lanka?

Key skills for a Quality Assurance Engineer in Sri Lanka: Quality Control & Inspection.

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Quality Assurance Engineer

HIGH DemandMEDIUM AI Risk· Rs.120k+ /mo

About This Role

Ensures that mechanical products meet all safety, functional, and regulatory standards through testing.

Work Environment

INDOORTeam: MEDIUMUNIFORMRemote: NONE

Skills Required

Required

Quality Control & Inspection

Salary in Sri Lanka (LKR / month)

Entry LevelRs.45k – Rs.80k/mo

Mid-LevelRs.80k – Rs.155k/mo

SeniorRs.155k – Rs.280k/mo

Global Salary (USD / year)

Entry Level$50k – $70k/yr

Mid-Level$70k – $105k/yr

Senior$105k – $150k/yr

Risks & Challenges

AI Replacement Risk

MEDIUM

MID TERM

Burnout Risk

LOW

Job Security (SL)

HIGH

How to Qualify in Sri Lanka

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University Degrees (5)

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BEng (Hons) Manufacturing EngineeringNational Institute of Business Management - NIBM

⏱ 3.0

BSc (Hons) in Engineering in Electronics and Engineering ManagementSLTC Research University

⏱ 4.0Rs.600k/yr

BSc (Hons) in Software EngineeringSri Lanka Institute of Information Technology

⏱ 4.0Rs.720k/yr

EngineeringUniversity of RuhunaGov

⏱ 4.0

EngineeringUniversity of RuhunaGov

⏱ 4.0

Diplomas & Certificates (4)

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BTEC HND in Engineering (Electrical & Electronic)CINEC Maritime Campus

⏱ 2 yearsRs.270k/yr

BTEC HND in Engineering (Mechanical)CINEC Maritime Campus

⏱ 2 yearsRs.270k/yr

HNDE in Manufacturing Engineering TechnologySri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological EducationGov

⏱ 2 years

HND in Textile & Apparel TechnologySri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological EducationGov

⏱ 2 years

Professional Qualifications (1)

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Corporate Membership — Institution of Engineers Sri LankaInstitution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL)

⏱ 36 monthsRs.50k/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

To become a Quality Assurance Engineer in Sri Lanka. Relevant degree programmes include: BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering, BSc (Hons) in Engineering in Electronics and Engineering Management, BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering. Professional qualifications: Corporate Membership — Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka. Explore step-by-step career roadmaps contributed by Sri Lankan Quality Assurance Engineers at paths.lk/career-paths/quality-assurance-engineer.