head of software testing salary Throughout Switzerland

Annual average salary

CHF 102 500

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How much does a head of software testing earn throughout Switzerland?

  • Throughout Switzerland, a full-time head of software testing earns an average gross salary of CHF 102 500 per year.
  • This includes bonuses and the 13th salary.
  • Salaries typically range from CHF 48 500 to CHF 240 000, based on 34 entries.
  • Actual pay may vary based on experience, company size and location.

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Salary by age & gender

Salary data is categorised by age and gender, offering insights into salary trends and differences among age groups and genders.

Age & Gender

head of software testing, Throughout Switzerland

Average salary
Men
Women
Men: 16-25average salary CHF 0
Women: 16-25average salary CHF 0
Men: 25-35average salary CHF 85 000
Women: 25-35average salary CHF 85 000
Men: 35-45average salary CHF 111 000
Women: 35-45average salary CHF 105 000
Men: 45-55average salary CHF 150 000
Women: 45-55average salary CHF 0
Men: 55+average salary CHF 150 000
Women: 55+average salary CHF 0
Average salary CHF 102 500

Salary by work experience

The graph shows how the number of years working as a head of software testing relates to income levels.

Individuals starting with no experience in the field can expect to earn an annual salary of CHF 73 150. The graph also shows that the highest expected salary for this profession is CHF 157 700 per year.

Salary by work experience

head of software testing, Throughout Switzerland

Average salary
0-2 yearsaverage salary CHF 73 150
3-5 yearsaverage salary CHF 100 000
6-8 yearsaverage salary CHF 117 000
9-11 yearsaverage salary CHF 136 933
12-21 yearsaverage salary CHF 144 575
21+ yearsaverage salary CHF 157 700
Average salary CHF 102 500
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salary progression through years of experience

Salary trend

The graph shows how salaries for head of software testing have changed over time.

In 2023-2025, the annual average salary was CHF 138 600. From 2017-2019, the average salary reached its highest at CHF 145 500 per year.

Salary trend

head of software testing, Throughout Switzerland

Average salary
2014-2016 yearsaverage salary CHF 55 000
2017-2019 yearsaverage salary CHF 145 500
2020-2022 yearsaverage salary CHF 136 933
2023-2025 yearsaverage salary CHF 138 600
Average salary CHF 102 500

Highest-Paying industries

The highest paying industry for a head of software testing is Retail trade / Wholesaling, with an average salary of CHF 261 500 annually. Followed by Transport / Logistics and Banking / Financial institutions industries. Remember that significant variations between companies within a single industry can exist.

Highest-Paying industries for head of software testing, Throughout Switzerland

Industry

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Jobs

  1. Retail trade / Wholesaling
    CHF 261 5001 job
  2. Transport / Logistics
    CHF 162 877Set up Job Alert
  3. Banking / Financial institutions
    CHF 156 0003 jobs
  4. Information technology / Telecom
    CHF 139 3003 jobs
  5. Industry various
    CHF 117 6813 jobs
  6. Utilities
    CHF 117 0001 job
  7. Machine / System construction
    CHF 115 5001 job
  8. Public administration / Associations
    CHF 93 6001 job
  9. Tourism / Travel / Recreation
    CHF 91 300Set up Job Alert
  10. Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals
    CHF 78 000Set up Job Alert

Salary by cantons for head of software testing

The top two high-paying cantons for head of software testing are Aargau and Appenzell IR. Salaries vary per canton depending on the local job market and industry trends.

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Throughout Switzerland

head of software testing

CHF 102 500

average salary

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head of software testing

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Average salary CHF 102 500