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Junior software test engineer salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Junior Software Test Engineer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$73,106
Average $73,106
Low $48,790
High $109,542

The average salary for a junior software test engineer is $73,106 per year in the United States. 9 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 22, 2026).

Junior Software Test Engineer job openings in United States

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Junior Software Tester
JRAD
Arlington, VA
$40,000 - $80,000 a year
Full-time
2 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Junior Software Test Engineer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
BAE Systems USA
 
$105,042per year
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Entegee
 
$92,560per year
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Dexian
 
$90,085per year
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Davidson Technologies, Inc.
 
$89,500per year
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ASK Staffing
 
$86,986per year
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Rose International
 
$86,965per year
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Highest paying cities for Junior Software Test Engineers near United States

  1. Herndon, VA
    $105,880 per year
  2. Dallas, TX
    $71,151 per year
  3. Dahlgren, VA
    $68,650 per year
  4. Brea, CA
    $64,244 per year
  5. Chicago, IL
    $52,441 per year

Where can a Junior Software Test Engineer earn more?

Compare salaries for Junior Software Test Engineers in different locations
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