QA Engineer
Design and execute test plans to ensure software quality, identify bugs, and validate functionality.
$100K
Median Salary
20%
Job Growth
$62K
Entry Salary
$140K
Senior Salary
Education:Bachelor's in Computer Science or Software EngineeringOutlook:Faster than averageWork:Office/RemoteCategory:Technology
Salary Estimator
Entry (0 yr)Mid (10 yr)Senior (20 yr)
$62,000
Entry Level
$81,500
Your Estimate
$140,000
Senior Level
Salary Range
$62K$100K median$140K
Key Skills
Test AutomationSeleniumJIRAAPI TestingCI/CD
Recommended Certifications
- 1ISTQB Certified Tester
- 2Certified Selenium Professional
Top Employers
MicrosoftGoogleAmazonSalesforce
Education Path
To pursue a career as a QA Engineer, you will typically need: Bachelor's in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
With 20% projected job growth, this is one of the fastest-growing careers in the Technology field. Investing in education now can yield significant returns.
Data Sources: Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook (2024–2025 edition). Job growth projections are 10-year estimates (2023–2033). Last updated March 2026.
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