3 highest paying software testing jobs for 2024 (2024)

1) QA Lead/Manager

Software products need to be evaluated and the whole product quality must be verified through the means of quality assurance, with the help of leads, or managers. They establish high quality standards, coordinate with the team members and collaborate with development and product management teams.

2) Test Architect

A test architect is an experienced professional developing effective test strategies and technological methods for designing every aspect of the testing strategy of complicated projects. It is a senior-level position in the software testing industry. A test architect needs to be well-versed in testing methods and instruments for advising the testing teams. They are important in making sure that the testing process is effective, efficient, and scalable.

The average yearly income for test architects in India is 20.0 lakhs, with a range from 11.3 lakhs to 34 lakhs.

3) Big Data Engineers

Big data engineers are people who are responsible for planning, building and maintaining the infrastructure and systems needed for managing, storing and taking care of huge amounts of data, also known as ‘big data.’. Due to their ability to help businesses gain insightful information and make data-driven decision, these engineers are a crucial component of the data analytics and data science ecosystem.

One of the most flexible paying positions with a bright future in the industry is this one. A Big Data Engineer’s annual income in our country can vary from 3.7 lakhs to 20 lakhs (average- 7.5 lakhs).

In our next article, we will come up with a few more high paying software testing positions in 2024. Stay tuned...