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How much do associate sqa engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate sqa engineer in Washington is $93,594.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,200.00 and $107,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate SQA engineer?

An associate SQA (Software Quality Assurance) engineer is an entry-level professional responsible for testing software to ensure it meets quality standards. They typically perform manual or automated testing, document defects, and work with development teams to improve software quality, often using tools like test management software and scripting languages.

What's the average associate SQA engineer salary?

The average salary for an associate SQA (Software Quality Assurance) engineer typically ranges from $50,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Entry-level positions may start lower, while those with certifications or specialized skills can earn higher wages.

What cities in Washington are hiring for Associate Sqa Engineer jobs?

Cities in Washington with the most Associate Sqa Engineer job openings:

Software Quality Assurance Engineer III

Vantage Systems

Washington, DC • On-site

$121K - $176K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description



Security Clearance:

SECRET position. Personnel must possess a final DoD granted SECRET security clearance



Experience and Degree: Mid: PhD; Master’s degree with 5 years of experience; Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of experience; Associate degree with 15 years of experience, or High School diploma/GED with 20 years of experience



Experience:

  • Shall monitor every phase of the software development process so as to ensure design quality, making sure that the software adheres to defined standards.
  • Shall represent and report Mission Assurance, to provide oversight and verification of adherence to the defined processes.
  • Shall define and develop SQA processes and conduct audits of code, builds, and documentation to ensure adherence to the standards as defined by the SQA and MA processes.
  • Shall work with developers to ensure the implemented processes are tailored to meet the needs of the project.
  • Shall work with the leads to support management of the software requirement specifications.
  • Shall track and coordinate changes to the requirements via a tracking tool.
  • Shall develop a framework using tracking tools to support development, planning, and execution of tests.
  • Shall customize and upgrade tracking tools.
  • Shall relational database design, deployment and administration.