As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for QA Automation Engineer in Alameda, CA is $107,245, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,062 weekly, or $8,937 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for QA Automation Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for QA Automation Engineer in Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $88,784 to $123,816. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,582) and 75th percentile ($115,919), while top earners (90th percentile) make $123,816 per year. This $18,337 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Test Scripts, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alameda QA Automation Engineer often earn 10.8% higher than national averages. 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
QA Automation Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $88,784 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $97,582 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $107,245 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $115,919 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $123,816 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
25% $97,582 10% $88,784 90% $123,816 75% $115,919 $107,245 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

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