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: a Software Development Engineer in test (0-2 years)earns $85,477, a Software Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $109,998, a Software Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $134,713, a Software Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $155,862, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $179,164,

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 $91,793, California $91,445, Massachusetts $90,226. 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: $153,498; Lead Software Test Engineer: $151,194; Software Test Automation Engineer: $112,429; Test Development Engineer: $110,334; Staff Test Development Engineer: $109,017.

Software Development Engineer in test Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Software Development Engineer in test make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Development Engineer in test in Rhode Island is $85,956 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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): $98,418
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,897 to $92,479
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,470

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Software Development Engineer in test Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,479	$7,707	$1,778	$44
Average	$85,956	$7,163	$1,653	$41
25th Percentile	$78,897	$6,575	$1,517	$38

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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): $85,477
Early Career (1-2 years): $109,998
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $134,713
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,862
Expert (over 8 years): $179,164

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Software Development Engineer in test	$85,477
Software ... Level Software Development Engineer in test	$109,998
Software ... Level Software Development Engineer in test	$134,713
Software ... Level Software Development Engineer in test	$155,862
Software ... Level Software Development Engineer in test	$179,164

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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: $91,793.
California: $91,445.
Massachusetts: $90,226.

District of Columbia $91,793 California $91,445 Massachusetts $90,226 Washington $89,894 New Jersey $89,861 Alaska $89,745 Connecticut $88,601 New York $88,137

Hawaii $86,653 Rhode Island $85,956 Maryland $85,484 Minnesota $84,837 Colorado $84,588 Illinois $84,506 Oregon $84,191 Delaware $83,958

New Hampshire $83,812 Virginia $83,486 Pennsylvania $82,532 Nevada $82,052 North Dakota $81,894 Michigan $81,645 Wisconsin $81,554 Vermont $81,372

Texas $80,866 Maine $80,833 Arizona $80,783 Ohio $80,725 Georgia $79,962 Indiana $79,581 Wyoming $79,506 Utah $79,390

Iowa $79,341 Kansas $78,943 Louisiana $78,827 North Carolina $78,785 Missouri $78,769 Florida $78,445 Montana $78,271 Nebraska $78,105

Kentucky $78,014 South Carolina $77,682 Tennessee $77,475 Idaho $77,392 New Mexico $76,787 Oklahoma $76,654 Alabama $76,165 South Dakota $75,345

Arkansas $74,897 West Virginia $74,656 Mississippi $73,935

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:

Adamsville: $87,031
Albion: $86,296
Ashaway: $86,866

Adamsville, RI $87,031 Albion, RI $86,296 Ashaway, RI $86,866 Barrington, RI $86,068 Block Island, RI $86,548 Bradford, RI $86,814 Bristol, RI $86,400 Carolina, RI $86,670

Charlestown, RI $86,702 Chepachet, RI $86,529 Clayville, RI $86,288 Coventry, RI $86,292 West Greenwich, RI $86,530 East Greenwich, RI $86,234 Exeter, RI $86,506 Fiskeville, RI $86,067

Forestdale, RI $86,730 Foster, RI $86,484 Glendale, RI $86,737 Greene, RI $86,597 Greenville, RI $86,100 Harmony, RI $86,211 Harrisville, RI $86,699 Hope, RI $86,121

Hope Valley, RI $86,790 Hopkinton, RI $86,904 Jamestown, RI $86,614 Kenyon, RI $86,659 Little Compton, RI $87,018 Manville, RI $86,409 Mapleville, RI $86,546 Newport, RI $86,701

Middletown, RI $86,739 North Kingstown, RI $86,383 North Scituate, RI $86,212 Oakland, RI $86,640 Pascoag, RI $86,756 Pawtucket, RI $85,940 Central Falls, RI $85,978 Cumberland, RI $86,466

Lincoln, RI $86,064 Portsmouth, RI $86,692 Prudence Island, RI $86,514 Rockville, RI $86,891 Saunderstown, RI $86,562 Shannock, RI $86,664 Slatersville, RI $86,731 Slocum, RI $86,559

Tiverton, RI $86,955 Wakefield, RI $86,635 Kingston, RI $86,602 Narragansett, RI $86,659 Peace Dale, RI $86,625 Warren, RI $86,291 Warwick, RI $86,050 Westerly, RI $86,887

West Kingston, RI $86,630 West Warwick, RI $86,155 Wood River Junction, RI $86,753 Woonsocket, RI $86,735 North Smithfield, RI $86,538 Wyoming, RI $86,664 Providence, RI $85,915 Cranston, RI $85,927

North Providence, RI $85,937 East Providence, RI $85,921 Riverside, RI $85,948 Rumford, RI $85,936 Smithfield, RI $86,110 Johnston, RI $85,966

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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$78,897

Average $85,956/year

$92,479

$6,575

Average $7,163/month

$7,707

$1,517

Average $1,653/week

$1,778

$38

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,479	$7,707	$1,778	$44
Average	$85,956	$7,163	$1,653	$41
25th Percentile	$78,897	$6,575	$1,517	$38

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