▼29%
C$65,858
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$48k
MEDIAN
CA$66k
90%
CA$97k
The average salary for a Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist is C$65,858 in 2025
Base Salary
C$48k - C$97k
Bonus
C$996 - C$10k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$3k
Total Pay
C$43k - C$100k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists?
What Do Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists Do?
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How do Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists Rate Their Jobs?
Based on 25 responses, the job of Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist has received a job satisfaction rating of 3.64 out of 5. On average, Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists are highly satisfied with their job.
Common Health Benefits for a Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist
Medical
82%
Dental
77%
Vision
66%
None
16%
Gender Breakdown for Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists
Female
57.9%
Male
41.4%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 152 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists
What is the highest pay for Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist is CA$97k / year
What is the lowest pay for Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist is CA$48k / year
How can Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist 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 Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist that oversees more junior Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.