As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Verification Engineer in the US is $72,544, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,395 weekly, or $6,045 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Verification Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Verification Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $60,188 to $85,136. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,077) and 75th percentile ($79,135), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,136 per year. This $13,058 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Civil Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Verification Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 71 companies and industry startups. 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
Verification Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Verification Engineer Salary $60,188 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Verification Engineer Salary $66,077 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Verification Engineer Salary $72,544 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Verification Engineer Salary $79,135 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Verification Engineer Salary $85,136 US January 01, 2026
25% $66,077 10% $60,188 90% $85,136 75% $79,135 $72,544 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Verification Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Validation Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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