Overview
QA Automation Engineer Salary Overview
- Bottom 25% Average
$29,238
Early-stage startups
- Middle 50% Average
$75,208
Growth companies
- Top 25% Average
$93,965
Late-stage/public companies
QA Automation Engineers at SaaS companies earn an average of $67,786, with typical salaries ranging from $59,473 to $85,675. Based on 11 real salary data points from SaaS companies.
Quartile bands
Detailed QA Automation Engineer Compensation Breakdown
Top 25%
$93,965
3 salaries
Middle 50%
$75,208
5 salaries
Bottom 25%
$29,238
3 salaries
Percentile Band | Average Base Salary | # of salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Top 25% | $93,965 | 3 salaries |
| Middle 50% | $75,208 | 5 salaries |
| Bottom 25% | $29,238 | 3 salaries |
Key insights
What Drives Higher QA Automation Engineer Pay?
Years of experience and proven track record
Company stage and funding (later stage typically pays more)
Technical expertise and specialization
Location and remote work policies
QA Automation Engineer Compensation Structure
Base salary is primary component
Equity grants common at growth-stage companies
Performance bonuses typically 10-20% of base
Benefits packages vary by company stage
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