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Senior software test engineer salary in United States (Updated 2026)

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

Average base salary

$125,224
Average $125,224
Low $77,758
High $201,666

The average salary for a senior software test engineer is $125,224 per year in the United States. 196 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 8, 2026).

Senior Software Test Engineer job openings in United States

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Sr. SoftwareTest Engineer, Har...
Collins Aerospace3.6out of 5 stars.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$86,800 - $165,200 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Senior Software Test Engineer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
The Aerospace Corporation
 
$225,000per year
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NVIDIA
 
$223,563per year
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HPE Juniper Networking
 
$213,150per year
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Zoox
 
$208,500per year
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Apple
 
$198,800per year
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FTI Defense
 
$180,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Senior Software Test Engineers near United States

  1. Raleigh, NC
    $163,672 per year
  2. San Diego, CA
    $154,849 per year
  3. Louisville, CO
    $140,494 per year
  4. Irvine, CA
    $125,545 per year
  5. Chicago, IL
    $122,573 per year

Where can a Senior Software Test Engineer earn more?

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