As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Automation Test Engineer in Denver, CO is $124,232, equivalent to $60 per hour, $2,389 weekly, or $10,353 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 Denver, CO vary widely, spanning from $107,479 to $142,780. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($115,463) and 75th percentile ($133,941), while top earners (90th percentile) make $142,780 per year. This $18,478 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, Denver Automation Test Engineer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Denver currently ranks 301 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 $107,479 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $115,463 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $124,232 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $133,941 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $142,780 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
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    Test Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
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    4 - 7 years experience
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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 Denver, CO. The base salary for Automation Test Engineer ranges from $115,463 to $133,941 with the average base salary of $124,232. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $123,137 to $144,147 with the average total cash compensation of $133,818.

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