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QA Engineer in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad CA

Shift to automated testing (SDET) mandatory for top pay.

National Median: $151,327

Range: $98K – $259K

Avg Total Comp

$178,250

Experience Level

QA Manager median $131k; SDET specialists command 20-30% premium.

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