What are the main factors that influence a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV's salary?

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

How does experience change A Software Quality Assurance Engineer 's salary?

A Software Quality Assurance Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Software Quality Assurance Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,084, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,280, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $133,121, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,652, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $178,834,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV?

Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $145,544, California $144,992, Massachusetts $143,059. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Quality Assurance Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Software Quality Assurance Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Quality Assurance Director: $191,196; Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI: $176,591; Software Quality Assurance Engineer V: $153,700; Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer IV: $125,290; Software Quality Assurance Supervisor: $120,611.

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Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV in Delaware is $133,121 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $149,636
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,151 to $141,766
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,984

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Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,766	$11,814	$2,726	$68
Average	$133,121	$11,093	$2,560	$64
25th Percentile	$124,151	$10,346	$2,388	$60

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Key Factors That Influence Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV Salaries

A Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV'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 Quality Assurance Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV'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 Quality Assurance Engineer II (2-4 years): $95,084
Software Quality Assurance Engineer III (4-7 years): $115,280
Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV (7+ years): $133,121
Software Quality Assurance Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,652
Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI (10-12 years): $178,834

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Software Quality Assurance Engineer II	2-4 years	$95,084
Software Quality Assurance Engineer III	4-7 years	$115,280
Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV	7+ years	$133,121
Software Quality Assurance Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,652
Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI	10-12 years	$178,834

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How Do Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV 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 Quality Assurance Engineer IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $145,544.
California: $144,992.
Massachusetts: $143,059.

District of Columbia $145,544 California $144,992 Massachusetts $143,059 Washington $142,533 New Jersey $142,481 Alaska $142,297 Connecticut $140,483 New York $139,747

Hawaii $137,394 Rhode Island $136,289 Maryland $135,540 Minnesota $134,515 Colorado $134,120 Illinois $133,989 Oregon $133,490 Delaware $133,121

New Hampshire $132,890 Virginia $132,372 Pennsylvania $130,860 Nevada $130,098 North Dakota $129,848 Michigan $129,454 Wisconsin $129,309 Vermont $129,020

Texas $128,218 Maine $128,166 Arizona $128,087 Ohio $127,995 Georgia $126,785 Indiana $126,181 Wyoming $126,062 Utah $125,878

Iowa $125,800 Kansas $125,169 Louisiana $124,985 North Carolina $124,919 Missouri $124,893 Florida $124,380 Montana $124,104 Nebraska $123,841

Kentucky $123,696 South Carolina $123,171 Tennessee $122,842 Idaho $122,710 New Mexico $121,751 Oklahoma $121,541 Alabama $120,765 South Dakota $119,464

Arkansas $118,754 West Virginia $118,373 Mississippi $117,229

Top Paying Cities for Software Quality Assurance Engineer IVs

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:

Lincoln: $132,522
Little Creek: $133,492
Magnolia: $133,300

Lincoln, DE $132,522 Little Creek, DE $133,492 Magnolia, DE $133,300 Milford, DE $132,859 Marydel, DE $133,077 Millsboro, DE $131,966 Millville, DE $132,170 Milton, DE $132,398

Nassau, DE $132,494 Ocean View, DE $132,147 Rehoboth Beach, DE $132,401 Seaford, DE $132,476 Selbyville, DE $131,928 Smyrna, DE $133,584 Viola, DE $132,969 Woodside, DE $133,327

Bear, DE $133,019 Newark, DE $132,969 Claymont, DE $133,241 Delaware City, DE $133,102 Hockessin, DE $132,957 Kirkwood, DE $133,077 Middletown, DE $133,128 Montchanin, DE $132,987

New Castle, DE $133,007 Odessa, DE $133,194 Port Penn, DE $133,283 Rockland, DE $133,001 Saint Georges, DE $133,086 Townsend, DE $133,291 Winterthur, DE $133,016 Lewes, DE $132,450

Wilmington, DE $132,964 Dover, DE $133,492 Dover Afb, DE $132,789 Bethany Beach, DE $132,008 Bethel, DE $132,145 Bridgeville, DE $132,456 Camden Wyoming, DE $133,116 Cheswold, DE $133,449

Clayton, DE $133,453 Dagsboro, DE $131,916 Delmar, DE $131,704 Ellendale, DE $132,104 Felton, DE $132,848 Fenwick Island, DE $131,945 Frankford, DE $131,715 Frederica, DE $132,979

Georgetown, DE $131,866 Greenwood, DE $132,477 Harbeson, DE $132,007 Harrington, DE $132,680 Hartly, DE $133,093 Houston, DE $132,490 Kenton, DE $133,459 Laurel, DE $131,787

Yorklyn, DE $132,997

Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV'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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$124,151

Average $133,121/year

$141,766

$10,346

Average $11,093/month

$11,814

$2,388

Average $2,560/week

$2,726

$60

Average $64/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,766	$11,814	$2,726	$68
Average	$133,121	$11,093	$2,560	$64
25th Percentile	$124,151	$10,346	$2,388	$60

Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Software Quality Assurance Engineer V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $155,652 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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