Senior QA Automation Engineer Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Senior QA Automation Engineer make in Chicago, IL? The average Senior QA Automation Engineer salary in Chicago, IL is $111,363 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $102,789 and $120,911. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Senior QA Automation Solutions Architect
Centene - JEFFERSON CITY , MO
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, nation
- 130 days ago
Senior QA Automation Solutions Architect
Centene - KANSAS CITY , MO
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, nation
- 130 days ago
Senior QA Automation Solutions Architect
Centene - KANSAS CITY , MO
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, nation
- 130 days ago
Senior Automation Engineer (Bank Tech)
Capital One - RICHMOND , VA
Senior Automation Engineer (Bank Tech). Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space. Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-pa
- 3 days ago
Senior Software QA Automation Engineer with Security Clearance
Anduril Industries - LEXINGTON , MA
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the e
- 4 days ago
DevSecOps/QA Automation Engineer with Security Clearance
Praescient Analytics - HERNDON , VA
Praescient Analytics is seeking a DevSecOps / QA Automation Engineer to join our team to support the IRS's Information Technology Control Tool (ITCT) contract
- 4 days ago

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