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Software test engineer salary in Seattle, WA, 2026

How much does a Software Test Engineer make in Seattle, WA?

Average base salary

$140,047
same
as national average
Average $140,047
Low $87,637
High $223,801

The average salary for a software test engineer is $140,047 per year in Seattle, WA and $5,600 cash bonus per year.42 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 12, 2026).

Software Test Engineer job openings in Seattle, WA

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CXE SDET iOS SOW175
Capgemini3.7out of 5 stars.
Seattle, WA
$47.62 - $74.40 an hour
Contract
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Software Test Engineer in Seattle, WA

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
ASK Staffing
 
$270,400per year
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Apple
 
$215,771per year
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Providence
 
$200,000per year
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Capital Staffing Solutions
 
$192,400per year
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SMCI
 
$192,400per year
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Arm
 
$188,125per year
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Highest paying cities for Software Test Engineers near Seattle, WA

  1. Kirkland, WA
    $150,172 per year
  2. Seattle, WA
    $140,047 per year
  3. Bothell, WA
    $133,793 per year
  4. Renton, WA
    $111,050 per year
  5. SeaTac, WA
    $103,359 per year

Where can a Software Test Engineer earn more?

Compare salaries for Software Test Engineers in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Software Test Engineer get paid in Seattle, WA?

Junior Software Test Engineer

Job openings
Average $77,683 per year

Senior Software Test Engineer

Job openings
Average $127,122 per year