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Software Lead Tester

Average Mid-Career Software Lead Tester Salary in United Kingdom

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£45,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (GBP)
25%
£35k
MEDIAN
£45k
75%
£50k

The average salary for a Software Lead Tester is £45,000 in 2025

Base Salary
£35k - £50k
Bonus
£0 - £3k
Total Pay
£36k - £53k
(last updated Jul 12 2018)
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What Do Software Lead Testers Do?

Software Lead Tester Tasks
  • Shape and grow a team of testers.
  • Analyze test results and communicate with other teams to resolve software defects.
  • Contribute to planning software development process to produce high quality products.
  • Create and implement tests, test cases, and design specifications.
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Common Health Benefits for a Software Lead Tester

Medical
75%
Dental
25%
Vision
50%
None
25%

Gender Breakdown for Software Lead Testers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Software Lead Testers

What is the highest pay for Software Lead Testers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Software Lead Tester is £NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Software Lead Testers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Software Lead Tester is £NaN / year

How can Software Lead Testers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Software Lead Tester is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Software Lead Tester that oversees more junior Software Lead Testers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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