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Junior Automation Engineer

Average Entry-Level Junior Automation Engineer Salary

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$54,378
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$40k
MEDIAN
$54k
90%
$68k

The average salary for a Junior Automation Engineer is $54,378 in 2025

Base Salary
$40k - $68k
Bonus
$1k - $7k
Total Pay
$37k - $68k
Based on 38 salary profiles (last updated Feb 08 2020)
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What Do Junior Automation Engineers Do?

Junior Automation Engineer Tasks
  • Interpret, understand, and document manual test cases and their steps.
  • Document existing processes and steps, including gaps and problems.
  • Develop automated test cases, scripts, and reports and evaluate their outcomes.
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Common Health Benefits for a Junior Automation Engineer

Medical
70%
Dental
63%
Vision
56%
None
30%

Gender Breakdown for Junior Automation Engineers

Male
73.7%
Female
26.3%
This data is based on 19 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Junior Automation Engineers

What is the highest pay for Junior Automation Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Junior Automation Engineer is $68k / year

What is the lowest pay for Junior Automation Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Junior Automation Engineer is $40k / year

How can Junior Automation Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Junior Automation Engineer 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 Junior Automation Engineer that oversees more junior Junior Automation Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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