Mobile QA Engineer Salary UK 2025 — Permanent & Contract Rates
Last updated: June 2025 • 7 min read • Written by: ClickMasters HR Team • Reviewed by: Market data reviewed annually
Direct Answer
Mobile QA Engineer salaries in the UK range from £28,000 to £620–£840/day. Accessibility testing on mobile (iOS VoiceOver, Android TalkBack) commands a 20–35% premium — legally required for public sector apps under PSBAR, increasingly expected for FinTech and HealthTech mobile apps. DTAC Domain 5 (Usability) for NHS mobile apps requires manual accessibility testing by an accessibility specialist.
Market Outlook
Mobile QA Engineers specialising in iOS and Android testing are in consistent demand across UK software development. The combination of automated testing (Detox for React Native, XCTest for iOS, Espresso for Android) and manual testing (WCAG 2.1 mobile accessibility, real device testing) defines the modern UK mobile QA profile.
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IR35 Tax Position
Day rates assume outside IR35. Inside IR35 contractor day rates in the UK are typically 15–25% higher to compensate for the lack of tax efficiency and additional payroll costs. ClickMasters engineers are directly employed by us, representing **zero IR35 risk** for clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about mobile qa engineer salary standards.
Approximately £65,000–£95,000 mid-level. London +20–30%.
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