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How much does Software Engineer Qa make?
Total pay range
$107K - $170K/yr
$134K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$87K - $133K/yrBase pay
$20K - $38K/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.
Top paying industries
The top paying industry for Software Engineer Qa in United States is Information Technology with a median total pay of $112,420.
Information Technology
The top paying company in Information Technology for Software Engineer Qa is HP Inc..
Frequently asked questions about QA Software Engineer salaries
The average salary for QA Software Engineer is $134,139 per year or $64 per hour, with top earners making up to $210,048 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $106,807 (25th percentile) to $170,403 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 213 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by QA Software Engineer employees.
The highest salary for QA Software Engineer is $170,403 per year, $14,200 per month or $82 per hour.
The lowest salary for QA Software Engineer is $106,807 per year, $8,901 per month or $51 per hour.
The salary trajectory of QA Software Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $150,609 per year (estimate) and goes up to $370,321 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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