As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) in Cincinnati, OH is $48,279, equivalent to $23 per hour, $928 weekly, or $4,023 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 Cincinnati, OH vary widely, spanning from $36,958 to $61,900. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,354) and 75th percentile ($55,409), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,900 per year. This $13,055 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, Cincinnati Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Cincinnati currently ranks 461 statewide for Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) 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
Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $36,958 Cincinnati, OH October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $42,354 Cincinnati, OH October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $48,279 Cincinnati, OH October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $55,409 Cincinnati, OH October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $61,900 Cincinnati, OH October 01, 2026
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