What are the main factors that influence a Software Testing and Quality Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Software Testing and Quality Director?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Software Testing and Quality Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Software Testing and Quality Director's salary?

A Software Testing and Quality Director's salary grows with experience: a Software QA Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $183,150, a Software Testing and Quality Supervisor (12+ years)earns $125,038, a Software QA Manager (12+ years)earns $142,704, a Software Testing and Quality Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $172,457, a Software Testing and Quality Director (12+ years)earns $198,251,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Testing and Quality Director?

Software Testing and Quality Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Testing and Quality Director roles are District of Columbia $211,790, California $210,990, Massachusetts $208,090. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Testing and Quality Director roles make?

Salaries for Software Testing and Quality Director level roles vary by specialization: Software Quality Assurance Director: $191,214; Software Testing and Quality Senior Manager: $166,340; Software Testing and Quality Manager: $137,690; Software Testing and Quality Engineer IV: $131,460; Software Testing and Quality Supervisor: $120,600.

Software Testing and Quality Director Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Software Testing and Quality Director make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Testing and Quality Director in Rhode Island is $198,290 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $95.

However, a Software Testing and Quality Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $224,081
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $182,490 to $211,790
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $168,105

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Software Testing and Quality Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$211,790	$17,649	$4,073	$102
Average	$198,290	$16,524	$3,813	$95
25th Percentile	$182,490	$15,208	$3,509	$88

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Key Factors That Influence Software Testing and Quality Director Salaries

A Software Testing and Quality Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Software Testing and Quality Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Testing and Quality Director's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Software QA Engineer VI (10-12 years): $183,150
Software Testing and Quality Supervisor (12+ years): $125,038
Software QA Manager (12+ years): $142,704
Software Testing and Quality Senior Manager (12+ years): $172,457
Software Testing and Quality Director (12+ years): $198,251

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Software QA Engineer VI	10-12 years	$183,150
Software Testing and Quality Supervisor	12+ years	$125,038
Software QA Manager	12+ years	$142,704
Software Testing and Quality Senior Manager	12+ years	$172,457
Software Testing and Quality Director	12+ years	$198,251

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How Do Software Testing and Quality Director Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Software Testing and Quality Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $211,790.
California: $210,990.
Massachusetts: $208,090.

District of Columbia $211,790 California $210,990 Massachusetts $208,090 Washington $207,390 New Jersey $207,290 Alaska $206,990 Connecticut $204,390 New York $203,290

Hawaii $199,890 Rhode Island $198,290 Maryland $197,190 Minnesota $195,690 Colorado $195,090 Illinois $194,990 Oregon $194,190 Delaware $193,690

New Hampshire $193,390 Virginia $192,590 Pennsylvania $190,390 Nevada $189,290 North Dakota $188,890 Michigan $188,390 Wisconsin $188,090 Vermont $187,690

Texas $186,590 Maine $186,490 Arizona $186,390 Ohio $186,190 Georgia $184,490 Indiana $183,590 Wyoming $183,390 Utah $183,190

Iowa $182,990 Kansas $182,090 Louisiana $181,890 North Carolina $181,790 Missouri $181,690 Florida $180,990 Montana $180,590 Nebraska $180,190

Kentucky $179,990 South Carolina $179,190 Tennessee $178,690 Idaho $178,490 New Mexico $177,190 Oklahoma $176,790 Alabama $175,690 South Dakota $173,790

Arkansas $172,790 West Virginia $172,190 Mississippi $170,590

Top Paying Cities for Software Testing and Quality Directors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $200,790
Albion: $199,090
Ashaway: $200,390

Adamsville, RI $200,790 Albion, RI $199,090 Ashaway, RI $200,390 Barrington, RI $198,590 Block Island, RI $199,690 Bradford, RI $200,290 Bristol, RI $199,290 Carolina, RI $199,890

Charlestown, RI $199,990 Chepachet, RI $199,590 Clayville, RI $199,090 Coventry, RI $199,090 West Greenwich, RI $199,590 East Greenwich, RI $198,890 Exeter, RI $199,590 Fiskeville, RI $198,590

Forestdale, RI $200,090 Foster, RI $199,490 Glendale, RI $200,090 Greene, RI $199,790 Greenville, RI $198,590 Harmony, RI $198,890 Harrisville, RI $199,990 Hope, RI $198,690

Hope Valley, RI $200,190 Hopkinton, RI $200,490 Jamestown, RI $199,790 Kenyon, RI $199,890 Little Compton, RI $200,690 Manville, RI $199,290 Mapleville, RI $199,690 Newport, RI $199,990

Middletown, RI $200,090 North Kingstown, RI $199,290 North Scituate, RI $198,890 Oakland, RI $199,890 Pascoag, RI $200,090 Pawtucket, RI $198,290 Central Falls, RI $198,390 Cumberland, RI $199,490

Lincoln, RI $198,490 Portsmouth, RI $199,990 Prudence Island, RI $199,590 Rockville, RI $200,490 Saunderstown, RI $199,690 Shannock, RI $199,890 Slatersville, RI $200,090 Slocum, RI $199,690

Tiverton, RI $200,590 Wakefield, RI $199,890 Kingston, RI $199,790 Narragansett, RI $199,890 Peace Dale, RI $199,790 Warren, RI $199,090 Warwick, RI $198,490 Westerly, RI $200,390

West Kingston, RI $199,890 West Warwick, RI $198,790 Wood River Junction, RI $200,090 Woonsocket, RI $200,090 North Smithfield, RI $199,590 Wyoming, RI $199,890 Providence, RI $198,190 Cranston, RI $198,190

North Providence, RI $198,290 East Providence, RI $198,190 Riverside, RI $198,290 Rumford, RI $198,290 Smithfield, RI $198,690 Johnston, RI $198,290

Software Testing and Quality Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Software Testing and Quality Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $221,974. While startup companies pay approximate $187,785.

Software Testing and Quality Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$187,785
Growth Stage	51~500	$198,605
Established	501~5000	$214,355
Enterprise	5000+	$221,974

Software Testing and Quality Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Software Testing and Quality Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Software Testing and Quality Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Software Testing and Quality Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Software Testing and Quality Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$237,948	$114.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$228,033	$110.0	15%
Internet	$228,033	$110.0	15%
Financial Services	$218,119	$105.0	10%
Healthcare	$218,119	$105.0	10%

Software Testing and Quality Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Testing and Quality Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$182,490

Average $198,290/year

$211,790

$15,208

Average $16,524/month

$17,649

$3,509

Average $3,813/week

$4,073

$88

Average $95/hour

$102

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$211,790	$17,649	$4,073	$102
Average	$198,290	$16,524	$3,813	$95
25th Percentile	$182,490	$15,208	$3,509	$88

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