What are the main factors that influence a Software Development Engineer in test'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 Development Engineer in test's salary?

A Software Development Engineer in test's salary grows with experience: starting around $82,967 for beginners, reaching about $85,086 at mid-level, and approach $85,554 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Software Development Engineer in test?

Software Development Engineer in test salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Development Engineer in test roles are District of Columbia $91,797, California $91,449, Massachusetts $90,230. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Development Engineer in test roles make?

Salaries for Software Development Engineer in test level roles vary by specialization: Senior Software Engineer in Test: $153,542; Lead Software Test Engineer: $151,230; Software Test Automation Engineer: $112,388; Test Development Engineer: $110,294; Staff Test Development Engineer: $108,976.

Software Development Engineer in test Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Development Engineer in test make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Development Engineer in test in Delaware is $83,962 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Software Development Engineer in test's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,126
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,069 to $90,329
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,793

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Software Development Engineer in test Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,329	$7,527	$1,737	$43
Average	$83,962	$6,997	$1,615	$40
25th Percentile	$77,069	$6,422	$1,482	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Software Development Engineer in test Salaries

A Software Development Engineer in test'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 Development Engineer in test Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Development Engineer in test'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): $82,967
Early Career (1-2 years): $83,681
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,086
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,367
Expert (over 8 years): $85,554

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Development Engineer in test	$82,967
Intermediate Level Software Development Engineer in test	$83,681
Senior Level Software Development Engineer in test	$85,086
Specialist Level Software Development Engineer in test	$85,367
Expert Level Software Development Engineer in test	$85,554

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How Do Software Development Engineer in test 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 Development Engineer in tests. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,797.
California: $91,449.
Massachusetts: $90,230.

District of Columbia $91,797 California $91,449 Massachusetts $90,230 Washington $89,899 New Jersey $89,865 Alaska $89,749 Connecticut $88,605 New York $88,141

Hawaii $86,657 Rhode Island $85,960 Maryland $85,488 Minnesota $84,841 Colorado $84,592 Illinois $84,509 Oregon $84,194 Delaware $83,962

New Hampshire $83,816 Virginia $83,490 Pennsylvania $82,536 Nevada $82,055 North Dakota $81,898 Michigan $81,649 Wisconsin $81,558 Vermont $81,375

Texas $80,870 Maine $80,837 Arizona $80,787 Ohio $80,729 Georgia $79,966 Indiana $79,585 Wyoming $79,510 Utah $79,394

Iowa $79,344 Kansas $78,946 Louisiana $78,830 North Carolina $78,789 Missouri $78,772 Florida $78,449 Montana $78,275 Nebraska $78,109

Kentucky $78,018 South Carolina $77,686 Tennessee $77,479 Idaho $77,396 New Mexico $76,791 Oklahoma $76,658 Alabama $76,169 South Dakota $75,348

Arkansas $74,900 West Virginia $74,660 Mississippi $73,939

Top Paying Cities for Software Development Engineer in tests

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: $86,897
Little Creek: $86,093
Magnolia: $86,450

Lincoln, DE $86,897 Little Creek, DE $86,093 Magnolia, DE $86,450 Milford, DE $86,897 Marydel, DE $85,770 Millsboro, DE $86,897 Millville, DE $87,478 Milton, DE $86,897

Nassau, DE $86,897 Ocean View, DE $87,478 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,478 Seaford, DE $85,985 Selbyville, DE $87,478 Smyrna, DE $85,670 Viola, DE $86,450 Woodside, DE $86,201

Bear, DE $85,040 Newark, DE $85,073 Claymont, DE $85,140 Delaware City, DE $85,073 Hockessin, DE $85,140 Kirkwood, DE $85,073 Middletown, DE $85,496 Montchanin, DE $85,140

New Castle, DE $85,140 Odessa, DE $85,612 Port Penn, DE $84,841 Rockland, DE $85,140 Saint Georges, DE $85,073 Townsend, DE $85,488 Winterthur, DE $85,140 Lewes, DE $86,897

Wilmington, DE $85,140 Dover, DE $86,052 Dover Afb, DE $86,251 Bethany Beach, DE $87,478 Bethel, DE $85,985 Bridgeville, DE $86,897 Camden Wyoming, DE $86,143 Cheswold, DE $85,853

Clayton, DE $85,637 Dagsboro, DE $87,478 Delmar, DE $85,985 Ellendale, DE $86,897 Felton, DE $86,897 Fenwick Island, DE $87,478 Frankford, DE $87,478 Frederica, DE $86,897

Georgetown, DE $86,897 Greenwood, DE $86,897 Harbeson, DE $86,897 Harrington, DE $86,897 Hartly, DE $85,596 Houston, DE $86,897 Kenton, DE $85,637 Laurel, DE $85,985

Yorklyn, DE $85,140

Software Development Engineer in test Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Development Engineer in test'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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$77,069

Average $83,962/year

$90,329

$6,422

Average $6,997/month

$7,527

$1,482

Average $1,615/week

$1,737

$37

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,329	$7,527	$1,737	$43
Average	$83,962	$6,997	$1,615	$40
25th Percentile	$77,069	$6,422	$1,482	$37

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