As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) in Alcoa, TN is $45,564, equivalent to $22 per hour, $876 weekly, or $3,797 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) in Alcoa, TN vary widely, spanning from $34,876 to $58,417. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,970) and 75th percentile ($52,292), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,417 per year. This $12,322 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Software Testing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alcoa Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) often earn 1.8% lower 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
Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $34,876 Alcoa, TN July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $39,970 Alcoa, TN July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $45,564 Alcoa, TN July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $52,292 Alcoa, TN July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $58,417 Alcoa, TN July 01, 2026
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About Alcoa, Tennessee    Alcoa is a city in Blount County, Tennessee, United States, south of Knoxville. Its population was 10,228 at the 2017 census. It is part of the Knoxvi....More

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