Penetration Testing Software Engineer information
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$26.7K - $42.4K
13% of jobs
$79.6K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$73.7K - $89.4K
31% of jobs
The median wage is $95.2K / yr.
$89.4K - $105.1K
15% of jobs
$105.1K - $120.8K
3% of jobs
$134.9K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$120.8K - $136.5K
13% of jobs
$136.5K - $152.1K
7% of jobs
$152.1K - $167.8K
8% of jobs
$167.8K - $183.5K
8% of jobs
How much do penetration testing software engineer jobs pay per year?
As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for penetration testing software engineer in the United States is $109,565.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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