As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) in Stamford, CT is $56,348, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,084 weekly, or $4,696 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 Stamford, CT vary widely, spanning from $43,135 to $72,246. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,432) and 75th percentile ($64,670), while top earners (90th percentile) make $72,246 per year. This $15,238 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, Stamford Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) often earn 6.1% higher than national averages. However, Stamford currently ranks 26 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 $43,135 Stamford, CT October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $49,432 Stamford, CT October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $56,348 Stamford, CT October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $64,670 Stamford, CT October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $72,246 Stamford, CT October 01, 2026
25% $49,432 10% $43,135 90% $72,246 75% $64,670 $56,348 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Stamford, Connecticut    Stamford (/ˈstæmfərd/) is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population of the city is 122,643....More

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