How much does a Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) make in Washington, DC? The average Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) salary in Washington, DC is $54,980 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $47,924 and $61,478. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $41,500 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $47,924 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $54,980 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $61,478 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $67,394 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
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Guidehouse - Rockville , MD
Job Family: Software Development & Support (Digital) Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: None We are currently searching for a Software Test Engineer to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This opportunity is a full-time position with Guidehouse, that can be performed remotely while supporting on-site researchers in Rockville, MD. What You Will Do: Demonstrate curiosity and energy in designing, creating, executing, and reporting test plans Author test plan documents Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using Selenium. Integrate Selenium scripts with GitHub Actions. Determining test cases to automate or to complete manually. Determining the need for different types of testing: integration, functional, logical path, statistics, performance, availability, security, regression, smoke, etc. Assist in clarifying requirements while participating with a diverse team of experts. Responsible for consistent usage of testing infrastructure, polic
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Electrify America - Reston , VA
Electrify America is committed to revolutionizing the way people charge. As the country's largest open DC fast charging network, Electrify America is actively contributing to electrifying mobility today and building a more sustainable future. At Electrify America, we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We strive to establish a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can develop personally and professionally. As a team member at this rapidly growing company, you can work on state-of-the-art technology and join a team making a significant impact in the world. If you're interested in joining a dynamic, innovative company, Electrify America is a place where you can learn, grow, and make a difference! Role Summary As a member of a software development team Software Test Engineer is responsible for planning, developing and performing automated and manual software tests during an Agile software development cycle. Software Test Engineer is passionate ab
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Highbury Defense Group - Quantico , VA
Objective: Provide software test engineering support to a portfolio of Marine Corps business systems. Provide test case development and software test plan development support. Required Experience: 5-7 years general DoD software testing experience 3 years experience in test case development and software test plan development Experience in identifying and capturing test metrics Experience working with automated test tools Experience with Human Systems Integration/508 compliancy Experience with Agile software development and Agile collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, etc.) Experience supporting multiple software test engineering efforts within a DoD program. Bachelors’ Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology or other related field. Active Security Clearance.
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Electrify America - Reston , VA
Electrify America is committed to revolutionizing the way people charge. As the country's largest open DC fast charging network, Electrify America is actively contributing to electrifying mobility today and building a more sustainable future. At Electrify America, we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We strive to establish a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can develop personally and professionally. As a team member at this rapidly growing company, you can work on state-of-the-art technology and join a team making a significant impact in the world. If you're interested in joining a dynamic, innovative company, Electrify America is a place where you can learn, grow, and make a difference!Role Summary As a member of a software development team Software Test Engineer is responsible for planning, developing and performing automated and manual software tests during an Agile software development cycle. Software Test Engineer is passionate abo
- 3 days ago
CACI International - Columbia , MD
Software Test Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Local * * * CACI has an immediate opportunity for a Software Test Engineer. As a member of a cross-functional team, you will analyze system requirements to develop evaluation and test plans/procedures, prepare for and conduct the data collection and analysis of test results. Create Test and Evaluation (T&E) strategy, Master Plan, Event Test Plans, Test Readiness Assessments and T&E Reports. The position located in Columbia, MD in support of the Data Transport System (DTS) portfolio providing the infrastructure, data protocols and applications required to move time-critical data in near real-time. These activities are provided for the local stakeholders as well as the Intelligence Community (IC), the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal partners. You will be wor
- 3 days ago
ECS - Dahlgren , VA
ECS is seeking a Software Test Engineer to work in our Dahlgren, VA office. Job Description: The Software Test Engineer will be part of a team of experts charged with providing support in the areas of cyber analysis and cyber development capabilities in response to Navy's and DoD's needs for Cyber Situational Awareness (SA), Cyber Command and Control (C2), Mission Assurance, and Homeland Defense. Program scope includes identifying cyber key terrain by analyzing operational requirements, conducting cyber analyses and assessments, and developing and performing modeling and simulation in support of different cyber threat scenarios. The team will conduct cyber analyses and assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and risks, determine mission and operational impacts, and make appropriate mitigation recommendations. Additionally, program support includes developing methodology and framework in support of cyber risk assessment life cycle. Our team will provide capabilities to support
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