As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) in Richmond, VA is $48,284, equivalent to $23 per hour, $929 weekly, or $4,024 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 Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) in Richmond, VA vary widely, spanning from $36,891 to $61,920. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,321) and 75th percentile ($55,422), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,920 per year. This $13,101 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, Richmond Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) often earn 3.0% lower than national averages. 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 $36,891 Richmond, VA May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $42,321 Richmond, VA May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $48,284 Richmond, VA May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $55,422 Richmond, VA May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Software Development Engineer Test (SDET) Salary $61,920 Richmond, VA May 18, 2021
25% $42,321 10% $36,891 90% $61,920 75% $55,422 $48,284 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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