As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Automation Test Engineer in Austin, TX is $120,649, equivalent to $58 per hour, $2,320 weekly, or $10,054 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Automation Test Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Automation Test Engineer in Austin, TX vary widely, spanning from $104,380 to $138,662. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($112,133) and 75th percentile ($130,078), while top earners (90th percentile) make $138,662 per year. This $17,945 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Python, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Austin Automation Test Engineer often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Austin currently ranks 386 statewide for Automation Test Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Automation Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $104,380 Austin, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $112,133 Austin, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $120,649 Austin, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $130,078 Austin, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $138,662 Austin, TX April 01, 2026
25% $112,133 10% $104,380 90% $138,662 75% $130,078 $120,649 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Automation Test Engineer in Austin, TX. The base salary for Automation Test Engineer ranges from $112,133 to $130,078 with the average base salary of $120,649. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $119,586 to $139,991 with the average total cash compensation of $129,959.

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