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How much does Software Development Engineer In Test make?
Total pay range
$117K - $167K/yr
$139K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$98K - $132K/yrBase pay
$19K - $35K/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 5 paying industries for Software Development Engineer In Test in United States are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation with a median total pay of $171,482, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $164,924, Personal Consumer Services with a median total pay of $152,446, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $150,930, and Financial Services with a median total pay of $140,699.
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
The top paying company in Arts, Entertainment & Recreation for Software Development Engineer In Test is Sony Interactive Entertainment.
Frequently asked questions about Software Development Engineer In Test salaries
The average salary for Software Development Engineer In Test is $138,757 per year or $67 per hour, with top earners making up to $197,227 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $116,597 (25th percentile) to $167,272 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 2544 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Software Development Engineer In Test employees.
The highest salary for Software Development Engineer In Test is $167,272 per year, $13,939 per month or $80 per hour.
The lowest salary for Software Development Engineer In Test is $116,597 per year, $9,716 per month or $56 per hour.
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