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How much does Software Engineer In Test make?
Total pay range
$111K - $168K/yr
$136K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$92K - $132K/yrBase pay
$19K - $36K/yrAdditional pay
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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
Software Engineer In Test salary in US
A Software Engineer In Test salary range in US can vary based on important factors such as education, skills, certifications, and years of experience. A Software Engineer In Test in US can expect to see an entry level salary range of $55,338 to $147,569 per year, based on 9 salary contributions. At the highest seniority level, an experienced Software Engineer In Test in US can make a salary range of $72,709 to $144,416 with at least 8 years of experience, based on 5 salary contributions. The top 3 companies in US where a Software Engineer In Test gets the highest compensation are Twitter, Inc., Visa Inc. and Splunk, Inc.. Bigger companies typically pay 39.35% more than smaller companies for a Software Engineer In Test.
Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Software Engineer In Test in United States are Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $187,612, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation with a median total pay of $162,747, Hotels & Travel Accommodation with a median total pay of $145,256, Healthcare with a median total pay of $141,363, and Media & Communication with a median total pay of $135,585.
Management & Consulting
The top paying company in Management & Consulting for Software Engineer In Test is Credit Karma.
Frequently asked questions about Software Engineer In Test salaries
The average salary for Software Engineer In Test is $135,865 per year or $65 per hour, with top earners making up to $202,027 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $111,323 (25th percentile) to $167,843 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 1832 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Software Engineer In Test employees.
The highest salary for Software Engineer In Test is $167,843 per year, $13,987 per month or $81 per hour.
The lowest salary for Software Engineer In Test is $111,323 per year, $9,277 per month or $54 per hour.
Recent salaries shared by Software Engineer In Test
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Software Engineer In Test
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1-3 years
$88K - $102K/yr
Alpharetta, GA
submitted on Oct 2, 2025
$88K - $102K/yr
Software Engineer In Test
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1-3 years
$77K - $91K/yr
Great Neck, NY
submitted on Sep 14, 2025
$77K - $91K/yr
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1-3 years
$131K - $151K/yr
Pleasanton, CA
submitted on Sep 12, 2025
$131K - $151K/yr
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4-6 years
$97K - $113K/yr
Richmond, VA
submitted on Sep 8, 2025
$97K - $113K/yr
Software Engineer In Test
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1-3 years
$97K/yr
($97K • $0)
Victor, NY
submitted on Sep 7, 2025
$97K/yr
$97K • $0
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