▼33%
$82,118
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$63k
MEDIAN
$82k
75%
$88k
The average salary for a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Tester is $82,118 in 2025
Base Salary
$63k - $88k
Bonus
$0 - $4k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $2k
Total Pay
$48k - $91k
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Common Health Benefits for a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Tester
Medical
86%
Dental
86%
Vision
71%
None
14%
Gender Breakdown for Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Testers
Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Testers
What is the highest pay for Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Testers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Tester is $NaN / year
What is the lowest pay for Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Testers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Tester is $NaN / year
How can Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Testers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior 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 Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Tester that oversees more junior Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Senior Testers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.