Last updated 2026-07-05
62 Software QA Jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States
Browse 62 Software QA jobs across San Francisco, CA, United States. Listings are updated hourly and include salary data where available.
Market data for Software QA jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States
This category encompasses roles focused on ensuring software quality through testing, automation, and infrastructure development.
San Francisco, CA, United States Software QA salary data
Salary figures are based on postings with disclosed compensation and are shown as annualized ranges when available.
Hourly Software QA roles near San Francisco, CA, United States pay a median rate of $52/hr based on 4 postings.
| Pay type | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $130K | $147K–$200K | $223K |
| Hourly | $46/hr | $52/hr | $55/hr |
| Scope | P50 salary | P25-P75 range | Samples |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco metro | $156K | $135K-$189K | 271 postings |
| California | $147K | $122K-$183K | 463 postings |
| U.S. | $130K | $105K-$160K | 1,355 postings |
Pay visibility: 48 of 62 visible postings include structured pay data (77%).
Explore San Francisco, CA, United States Software QA salary data.
Companies with current Software QA listings
| Company | Active jobs |
|---|---|
| PlayStation Global | 14 |
| Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) | 14 |
| Zoox | 9 |
| Adobe | 4 |
| Abbott Laboratories | 3 |
| Heartflow | 3 |
| Air Apps | 2 |
Software QA jobs by schedule
Software QA jobs by seniority
Common Software QA job titles
Software QA jobs by listed location
| Location | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA, United States | 31 | 56% |
| San Mateo, CA, United States | 10 | 18% |
| South San Francisco, CA, United States | 6 | 11% |
| Foster City, CA, United States | 4 | 7% |
| Alameda, CA, United States | 4 | 7% |
FAQ
- How many Software QA jobs are listed in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- This page currently shows 62 Software QA jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States.
- What salary data is available for Software QA jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- Salary comparison includes San Francisco metro ($156K P50, $135K-$189K P25-P75, 271 postings) and California ($147K P50, $122K-$183K P25-P75, 463 postings).
- Which companies are hiring for Software QA roles in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- Current listings include roles from PlayStation Global (14 jobs, 16%), Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) (14 jobs, 16%), Zoox (9 jobs, 10%), Adobe (4 jobs, 5%), and Abbott Laboratories (3 jobs, 3%).
- What seniority levels are common for Software QA jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- The visible seniority mix includes Mid (37 jobs, 60%), Senior (23 jobs, 37%), Entry (1 job, 2%), and Intern (1 job, 2%).
- What work schedules are common for Software QA jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- The visible schedule mix includes Full time (60 jobs, 97%) and Contract (2 jobs, 3%).
- What Software QA job titles are common in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- Common titles include Software Engineer (3 jobs, 5%), Senior Software Engineer, Test Automation (2 jobs, 3%), Software Development Engineer in Test II (SDET Contractor) (2 jobs, 3%), Software Development Engineer in Test, ML/AI (2 jobs, 3%), and Staff Software Development Engineer in Test (2 jobs, 3%).
- What does this market snapshot include?
- Most visible listings are full-time (60 of 62). Mid-level roles account for 37 of 62 listings. 48 of 62 visible postings include structured pay data.
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Staff Software Development Engineer in Test (Staff SDET)
- Staff Software Development Engineer in Test San Mateo, CA Do you have a passion for development and automation as well…
- 8+ years of experience in Software Development Engineering in Test (SDET), automation engineering, or quality engineering roles.
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PlayStation Global
Jul 2- Staff Software Development Engineer in Test San Mateo, CA Do you have a passion for development and automation as well…
- 8+ years of experience in Software Development Engineering in Test (SDET), automation engineering, or quality engineering roles.
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RheoSense, Inc.
Jul 2- You enjoy working alongside talented engineers to bring innovative programs to life for our users, and you’re energized by challenging…
- Experience developing software for test, measurement, or automation systems involving hardware interface and control.
Code Metal
Jul 2- Build and lead the Quality Engineering team — hire, mentor, and grow QE / SDET and test infrastructure engineers.
- Required Requirements: 10+ years in software quality engineering, SDET, or test infrastructure roles, with at least 4+ years leading teams.
Zoox
Jul 2- Responsibilities Assemble/wire the rig Deploy Firmware & test configs Configure and run test suites continuously Monitor and document runs…
- Role Overview Support the build and operation of a CI environment for Airlines on a new MFG test asset -…
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Astranis
Jun 30- Senior Software Engineer - Hardware Test We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Hardware Test Engineer to join our…
- You will collaborate with multiple engineering teams to create and implement successful test plans, and develop software for automated test…
Cargomatic
Jun 30- Train and mentor junior QA engineers in automation scripting and testing methodologies.
- Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and execute software quality assurance strategies for modern web and mobile applications, including…
Zipline
Jun 25- This role is responsible for creating visibility across test maintenance programs, managing dependencies, tracking readiness, and ensuring…
- About the Role As the Test Maintenance Program Manager, you will own the planning, tracking, and cross-functional execution of test…
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Zendesk, Inc.
Jun 23- A critical responsibility of this role will be to serve as the primary Quality Assurance (QA) engineering delivery lead for…
- Acting as a strategic partner to Business and Product leads to ensure critical, high-investment projects do not fail, this role…
Adobe
Jun 22- Core Testing Experience writing and maintaining automated UI test suites using Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium, with Playwright preferred,…
- The ideal candidate brings strong QA judgment, understands product risk, and knows how to use AI tooling to accelerate test…
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Dealpath
Jun 21- 7+ years in Quality Engineering, SDET, or equivalent software engineering roles with a quality focus.
- Coach and grow embedded Quality Engineers across delivery teams, running the QE community of practice and setting the hiring bar…
Zip
Jun 18- Your Role You're a quality engineer who thinks like a customer and works like an owner.
- You have a strong automation-first instinct and the technical depth to build it: you write Playwright tests in TypeScript the…
Energy Solutions - USA
Jun 15- We are seeking a Quality Control Engineer II to join our Information Systems.
- If you are a seasoned pro with sharp automation skills who can develop automated UI tests with minimal ramp-up and…
Fivetran
Jun 15- As a Staff SDET, you'll lead from the front — owning shared automation infrastructure, influencing release quality strategy, and driving…
- The role sits at the intersection of hands-on engineering, architectural leadership, and org-wide quality influence, with an emphasis on le…
Aechelon Technology
Jun 12- As a member of the Quality Assurance team, the Senior QA SDET will help ensure the quality and reliability of…
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior QA engineers, reviewing test plans, test cases, and automation contributions to ensure…
Echo Neurotechnologies
Jun 11- About the Role: We are seeking a Senior System Test Engineer to design and implement robust manufacturing test solutions for…
- This role sits at the intersection of systems, electrical, mechanical, and software engineering—owning how our product is tested at scale.
Sigma Computing
Jun 10- What You Will Be Doing Build testing infrastructure and tooling, including: AI test generation, test harnesses, API, hermetic test environm…
- We expect successful candidates to be delivering code a majority of their time Qualifications We Need Strong Computer Science fundamentals…
Skydio
Jun 9- Solid background in electromechanical design and development of automated test equipment.
- What makes you a good fit: 5+ years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, with 3+ years focused on test…
Mill
Jun 8- Responsibilities Design and construct test apparatuses for characterizing, evaluating, and verifying product/system features and functional…
- 3-5 years experience working hands on in developing test fixtures and infrastructure Experience through at least one or more product…
Xona Space Systems
Jun 3- Experience building automation, QA, or operational tooling for complex systems.
- Desired Qualifications Experience with Embedded Linux systems.
Western Magnetics
Jun 2- Experience designing and building test equipment and implementing test programs.
- Document test processes, develop testing SOPs, and hire and train test technicians.
Harper
Jun 1- You Might Be a Fit If… You've built or scaled developer productivity, platform, build/test, CI/CD, or internal tooling systems at…
- To Apply If you want to be the engineer whose lint rules, test harnesses, and PR preflight checks let a…
Thoughtworks
May 29- Job qualifications Technical Skills You have worked as a Quality Analyst as part of a wider development team, pairing with…
- Advocate QA expertise to the broader tech community in Thoughtworks, speaking at conferences and acting as a mentor for junior-level…
Tatari
May 29- 5+ years of experience as an SDET, QA Automation Engineer, or Software Engineer with a strong focus on automated testing…
- Mentor engineers across the org on testing best practices, automation strategies, and contribute to a culture of testing excellence.
SPAN
May 29- Role & Responsibilities As a Staff Software Engineer in Automation, you will be expected to: Co-design test automation infrastructure with…
- Experience with embedded systems or firmware testing (CAN bus, SWD debugging, firmware update flows).
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