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Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager

Average Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager Salary in Australia

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AU$100,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
25%
A$85k
MEDIAN
A$100k
75%
A$153k

The average salary for a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager is AU$100,000 in 2025

Base Salary
AU$85k - AU$153k
Bonus
AU$0 - AU$10k
Total Pay
AU$86k - AU$165k
(last updated Jun 13 2019)
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What Do Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Managers Do?

Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager Tasks
  • Oversee the design and implementation of validation procedures, test plans, and test cases.
  • Develop, write and manage the execution of an overall software test strategy.
  • Lead efforts to enhance and make the testing process more efficient.
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Common Health Benefits for a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager

Medical
33%
Dental
33%
Vision
33%
None
67%

Gender Breakdown for Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Managers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 1 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Managers

What is the highest pay for Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Managers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager is A$NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Managers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager is A$NaN / year

How can Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Managers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager that oversees more junior Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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