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Software Testing and Quality Engineer VI Salary in the United States

How much does a Software Testing and Quality Engineer VI make?

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Software Testing and Quality Engineer VI in the United States is $208,190 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $100.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $249,723
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $191,040 to $229,930
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $175,426
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Software Testing and Quality Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $229,930 $19,161 $4,422 $111
Average $208,190 $17,349 $4,004 $100
25th Percentile $191,040 $15,920 $3,674 $92
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Key Factors That Influence Software Testing and Quality Engineer VI Salaries

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

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Last Updated on November 01, 2025
$191,040
Average $208,190/year
$229,930
$15,920
Average $17,349/month
$19,161
$3,674
Average $4,004/week
$4,422
$92
Average $100/hour
$111
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $229,930 $19,161 $4,422 $111
Average $208,190 $17,349 $4,004 $100
25th Percentile $191,040 $15,920 $3,674 $92

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Software Testing and Quality Engineer VI bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 65.7%
Bonuses 9.3%
Social Security 4.4%
401k/403b 3.2%
Disability 1.5%
Healthcare 2.6%
Pension 4.1%
Time Off 9.2%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $208,190 65.7%
Bonus $29,530 9.3%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $13,900 4.4%
401K/403B $9,984 3.2%
Disability $4,754 1.5%
Healthcare $8,352 2.6%
Pension $12,837 4.1%
Time Off $29,258 9.2%
Total Compensation $316,806 100%
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