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Software Development Engineer Test Jobs in Virginia

BTree Solutions, Inc.

SDET (JAVA)

Mclean, VA · On-site

Job Title: SDET (JAVA) Location: Mclean,VA Duration: 12+ Months Visa: USC, GC, H1B and EAD Contract Type: W2 Key Skills: * Experience in design and building test framework * Strong programming skills ...

Precision Technologies Corp

SDET

Arlington, VA · On-site

$57.50 - $74.25/hr

... quality software solutions. This role will involve collaboration with cross-functional teams ... Test Strategy Development: Design and implement comprehensive test strategies, including functional ...

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How much do software development engineer test jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for software development engineer test in Virginia is $51.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.68 and $58.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Software Development Engineer Test vs Software Development Engineer?

AspectSoftware Development Engineer Test (SDET)Software Development Engineer (SDE)
Primary FocusDeveloping automated tests, testing frameworks, and ensuring software qualityDesigning, coding, and implementing software features and applications
Skills & CertificationsProgramming, testing tools, automation frameworks, QA methodologiesProgramming, software architecture, system design
Work EnvironmentCollaborates closely with developers and QA teams, often in Agile teamsWorks on software development, coding, and system integration
Industry UsageCommon in tech companies emphasizing quality automationWidespread across software development companies

While both roles require strong programming skills and collaboration, SDETs focus on testing automation and quality assurance, whereas SDEs primarily develop software features. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Software Development Engineer Test jobs near you
Infographic showing various Software Development Engineer Test job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,096 per year, or $51 per hour.

SDET (JAVA)

BTree Solutions, Inc.

Mclean, VA • On-site

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Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Title: SDET (JAVA)
Location: Mclean,VA
Duration: 12+ Months
Visa: USC, GC, H1B and EAD
Contract Type: W2
Key Skills:
  • Experience in design and building test framework
  • Strong programming skills using core JAVA
  • Experience in creating, modifying or designing test frameworks (using Java, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber etc.)
  • Working knowledge of service oriented architecture (SOA)
  • Execute end-to-end (E2E), functional, and integration testing across frontend and backend systems
  • Experience automating both Web UIs and REST API endpoints
  • Experience with XML, XSD, WSDL, REST, or SOAP web service technologies

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