Manager Software Quality Engineering Salary in the United States

How much does a Manager Software Quality Engineering make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manager Software Quality Engineering in the United States is $134,971 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,991
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $123,844 to $145,450
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,713
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Manager Software Quality Engineering Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $145,450 $12,121 $2,797 $70
Average $134,971 $11,248 $2,596 $65
25th Percentile $123,844 $10,320 $2,382 $60
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Key Factors That Influence Manager Software Quality Engineering Salaries

A Manager Software Quality Engineering'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 Manager Software Quality Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manager Software Quality Engineering'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $172,216
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $117,588
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $134,200
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $162,180
  • Expert (over 8 years): $186,428
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$117,588 < 2 yrs
$134,200 2-4 yrs
$162,180 5-8 yrs
$186,428 > 8 yrs
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How Do Manager Software Quality Engineering 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 Manager Software Quality Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $149,440.
  • California: $148,873.
  • Massachusetts: $146,889.

Top Paying Cities for Manager Software Quality Engineerings

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:

  • San Jose: $170,239
  • San Francisco: $168,375
  • Oakland: $164,827

What Skills Can Increase a Manager Software Quality Engineering's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 4.87% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Packaging (Mentioned in 2.07% Job Postings): Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.58% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
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Analysis 4.87%
Packaging 2.07%
Microsoft Office 1.58%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Manager Software Quality Engineering's salary.
  • Data Warehouse: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Influencing: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Data Warehouse
 $148,468
10%
Influencing
 $141,720
5%
Computer Science
 $140,370
4%
Team Management
 $140,370
4%
Scrum
 $140,370
4%
Continuous Improvement
 $139,020
3%
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Manager Software Quality Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manager Software Quality Engineering 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 Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Manager Software Quality Engineering positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manager Software Quality Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Manager Software Quality Engineering

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$161,965$78.020%
Business Services$161,965$78.020%
Construction$161,965$78.020%
Energy & Utilities$161,965$78.020%
Healthcare$161,965$78.020%

Manager Software Quality Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manager Software Quality Engineering'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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$123,844
Average $134,971/year
$145,450
$10,320
Average $11,248/month
$12,121
$2,382
Average $2,596/week
$2,797
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Average $65/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $145,450 $12,121 $2,797 $70
Average $134,971 $11,248 $2,596 $65
25th Percentile $123,844 $10,320 $2,382 $60

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Salary Trends for Manager Software Quality Engineering

Salaries for a Manager Software Quality Engineering can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $128,476 in 2023 to around $126,908 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Manager Software Quality Engineering salary trends, .

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