SDET salary in Hungary
The median gross salary for a mid-level SDET in Hungary is HUF 16M ($43k), with most offers between HUF 13M and HUF 19M. That is 67% below the US median for the same role. Hungary ranks 30 of 36 countries on our pay index. Juniors start near HUF 12M, leads reach HUF 24M.
SDET pay by level in Hungary
Gross annual pay in HUF. Junior pay is HUF 12M, lead pay is HUF 24M: leads earn 100% more. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | HUF 9.8M | HUF 12M | HUF 15M | $33k | |
| Mid-level | HUF 13M | HUF 16M | HUF 19M | $43k | |
| Senior | HUF 16M | HUF 20M | HUF 24M | $55k | |
| Lead | HUF 20M | HUF 24M | HUF 29M | $66k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. p10 and p90 are 0.82× and 1.22× the median. Methodology.
SDET pay by city in Hungary
Budapest pays most at 1.06× the national median. Pay factor 1.00 equals the country median of HUF 16M.
| City | Tier | Pay factor | Mid-level median | p10–p90 | USD | QA jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budapest | B | 1.06× (+6%) | HUF 17M | HUF 14M–HUF 20M | $46k | 7 |
City factors are estimates (tier A = largest tech hubs). Remote roles are paid to the employer's pay band, which can differ from the city rate.
From gross to take-home in Hungary
A mid-level SDET on HUF 16M gross keeps roughly 63–69% after income tax and social contributions, about HUF 10M to HUF 11M a year.
In Hungary, pay is usually quoted as monthly gross salary, often quoted in HUF thousands. Estimate only: a single earner with no dependants and typical deductions. Bonuses, benefits, pension choices and regional taxes change the result. It is not tax advice.
QA roles open in Hungary
No SDET role is open today. Showing the closest matches from 8 QA listings in Hungary.
Senior Tester / Testkoordinator
Senior QA Automation Specialist - Project (E
Medior QA Engineer
0 listings in Hungary show a real posted pay range (0 for SDET). Others carry a model estimate marked “est.”.
Who hires SDETs in Hungary
Employer mix by share of listings (8 listings in Hungary). Names are withheld; we show the type of company.
- Software companies38%
- Fintech companies25%
- Games studios12%
- AI companies12%
- E-commerce companies12%
What this estimate rests on
The SDET baseline uses 124 US posted pay ranges. For Hungary, the country index is calibrated on 135 non-US observations in Central & Eastern Europe, so the regional sample is usable but still modest. Evidence score 4 of 8.
SDET salary in Hungary: FAQ
What is the average SDET salary in Hungary?
The median gross salary for a mid-level SDET in Hungary is HUF 16M a year ($43k). The p10 is HUF 13M and the p90 is HUF 19M. This is an estimate based on posted pay ranges.
How much does a senior SDET earn in Hungary?
A senior SDET in Hungary earns a median of HUF 20M ($55k), with a range of HUF 16M to HUF 24M. Leads earn HUF 24M, 100% more than juniors at HUF 12M.
How does pay in Budapest compare with the rest of Hungary?
Budapest is our only tracked city in Hungary. Its pay factor is 1.06x the country median, about HUF 17M ($46k) for a mid-level SDET.
How does Hungary compare with the US for SDET pay?
A mid-level SDET in the US earns a median of $130k. In Hungary the equivalent is $43k, which is 67% below the US figure. Hungary ranks 30 of 36 countries; the Central & Eastern Europe median for this role is $43k.
What is the take-home pay for a SDET in Hungary?
Roughly 63–69% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner, which is about HUF 10M to HUF 11M a year on a HUF 16M gross salary. This is a generic estimate, not tax advice: benefits, family status and regional taxes change the result.
How many SDET jobs are open in Hungary?
PassRidge lists no live SDET listing in Hungary today, and 8 QA listings across all roles in Hungary. 0 of the SDET listings and 0 of all listings in the country show a real posted pay range; the rest carry a model estimate.
Other roles in Hungary
| Role | Mid-level median | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual QA Tester | HUF 9.8M | $27k |
| QA Automation Engineer | HUF 14M | $40k |
| QA Lead / Manager | HUF 13M | $36k |
| Mobile QA Engineer | HUF 13M | $35k |
| Performance Test Engineer | HUF 18M | $49k |
| Security / Penetration Tester | HUF 22M | $60k |
| Game QA Tester | HUF 7.9M | $22k |
| Accessibility Tester | HUF 12M | $32k |
| Business / Test Analyst | HUF 11M | $29k |
| Data / ETL QA Engineer | HUF 12M | $33k |
| Localization QA Tester | HUF 5.7M | $16k |
| AI / LLM Evaluation QA | HUF 12M | $34k |
| Release / DevOps Engineer | HUF 17M | $48k |
| Technical Writer (QA / Docs) | HUF 11M | $30k |
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