As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for QA Automation Engineer in Boston, MA is $97,520, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,875 weekly, or $8,127 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 Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $80,768 to $112,583. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,751) and 75th percentile ($105,405), while top earners (90th percentile) make $112,583 per year. This $16,654 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, Boston QA Automation Engineer often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 56 statewide for QA Automation 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
QA Automation Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $80,768 Boston, MA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $88,751 Boston, MA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $97,520 Boston, MA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $105,405 Boston, MA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $112,583 Boston, MA November 01, 2026
25% $88,751 10% $80,768 90% $112,583 75% $105,405 $97,520 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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