Lead Software Developer In Test Salary in the United States

How much does a Lead Software Developer In Test make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Software Developer In Test in the United States is $135,481 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

However, a Lead Software Developer In Test's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $155,031
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,078 to $145,714
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,696
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Lead Software Developer In Test Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $145,714 $12,143 $2,802 $70
Average $135,481 $11,290 $2,605 $65
25th Percentile $124,078 $10,340 $2,386 $60
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Key Factors That Influence Lead Software Developer In Test Salaries

A Lead Software Developer 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 Lead Software Developer In Test Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Software Developer 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): $130,730
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $131,522
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $132,788
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,689
  • Expert (over 8 years): $137,412
Levels Salary
Entry Level Lead Software Developer In Test$130,730
Intermediate Level Lead Software Developer In Test$131,522
Senior Level Lead Software Developer In Test$132,788
Specialist Level Lead Software Developer In Test$134,689
Expert Level Lead Software Developer In Test$137,412
$130,730 0 yr
$131,522 < 2 yrs
$132,788 2-4 yrs
$134,689 5-8 yrs
$137,412 > 8 yrs
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How Do Lead Software Developer 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 Lead Software Developer In Tests. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $150,005.
  • California: $149,436.
  • Massachusetts: $147,444.

Top Paying Cities for Lead Software Developer 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:

  • San Jose: $170,882
  • San Francisco: $169,202
  • Oakland: $165,449

What Skills Can Increase a Lead Software Developer In Test's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 2.63% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • HTML (Mentioned in 4.85% Job Postings): A computer language that used in creating, updating and maintaining text, graphics and links in a website.
  • SQL (Mentioned in 3.23% Job Postings): Structured Query Language) is a domain-specific language used in programming and designed for managing data held in a relational database management system (RDBMS), or for stream processing in a relational data stream management system (RDSMS).
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Analysis 2.63%
HTML 4.85%
SQL 3.23%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 Lead Software Developer In Test's salary.
  • Linux: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Partnering: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Confidentiality: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Linux
 $147,674
9%
Partnering
 $143,610
6%
Confidentiality
 $143,610
6%
Oral Communication
 $143,610
6%
Innovation
 $142,255
5%
Insight
 $142,255
5%
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Lead Software Developer In Test Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Software Developer 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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$124,078
Average $135,481/year
$145,714
$10,340
Average $11,290/month
$12,143
$2,386
Average $2,605/week
$2,802
$60
Average $65/hour
$70
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $145,714 $12,143 $2,802 $70
Average $135,481 $11,290 $2,605 $65
25th Percentile $124,078 $10,340 $2,386 $60

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Salary Trends for Lead Software Developer In Test

Salaries for a Lead Software Developer In Test can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $129,276 in 2023 to around $128,442 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Lead Software Developer In Test salary trends, .

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