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Software Testing and Quality Engineer VI Salary in Phoenix, AZ

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 Phoenix, AZ is $205,660 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $99.

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): $246,677
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $188,710 to $227,130
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $173,278
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Software Testing and Quality Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $227,130 $18,928 $4,368 $109
Average $205,660 $17,138 $3,955 $99
25th Percentile $188,710 $15,726 $3,629 $91
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Key Factors That Influence Software Testing and Quality Engineer VI Salaries

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

Top Paying Cities for Software Testing and Quality Engineer VIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities, even within the same state. 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 Arizona cities:

  • Gadsden: $224,100
  • Cibola: $212,280
  • Mesa: $205,700

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

Understanding how a Software Testing and Quality Engineer VI'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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Last Updated on November 01, 2025
$188,710
Average $205,660/year
$227,130
$15,726
Average $17,138/month
$18,928
$3,629
Average $3,955/week
$4,368
$91
Average $99/hour
$109
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $227,130 $18,928 $4,368 $109
Average $205,660 $17,138 $3,955 $99
25th Percentile $188,710 $15,726 $3,629 $91

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