What are the main factors that influence an Embedded Software Engineer VI's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for an Embedded Software Engineer VI?

Embedded Software Engineer VI salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Embedded Software Engineer VI roles are District of Columbia $243,648, California $242,724, Massachusetts $239,489. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Embedded Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Embedded Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Firmware Engineer VI: $220,100; Embedded Software Engineer V: $160,593; Embedded Software Engineer Lead: $150,077; Senior Embedded Software Engineer: $145,717; Embedded Software Engineer IV: $141,490.

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Embedded Software Engineer VI Salary in Delaware

How much does an Embedded Software Engineer VI make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embedded Software Engineer VI in Delaware is $222,852 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $107.

However, an Embedded Software Engineer VI's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $260,886
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $203,355 to $242,760
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $185,604

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Embedded Software Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$242,760	$20,230	$4,668	$117
Average	$222,852	$18,571	$4,286	$107
25th Percentile	$203,355	$16,946	$3,911	$98

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Key Factors That Influence Embedded Software Engineer VI Salaries

An Embedded Software Engineer VI's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Embedded Software Engineer VI Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Embedded Software Engineer VIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $243,648.
California: $242,724.
Massachusetts: $239,489.

District of Columbia $243,648 California $242,724 Massachusetts $239,489 Washington $238,608 New Jersey $238,520 Alaska $238,212 Connecticut $235,176 New York $233,943

Hawaii $230,004 Rhode Island $228,156 Maryland $226,901 Minnesota $225,185 Colorado $224,525 Illinois $224,305 Oregon $223,468 Delaware $222,852

New Hampshire $222,465 Virginia $221,598 Pennsylvania $219,067 Nevada $217,791 North Dakota $217,373 Michigan $216,713 Wisconsin $216,471 Vermont $215,987

Texas $214,644 Maine $214,556 Arizona $214,424 Ohio $214,270 Georgia $212,246 Indiana $211,233 Wyoming $211,035 Utah $210,727

Iowa $210,595 Kansas $209,539 Louisiana $209,231 North Carolina $209,121 Missouri $209,077 Florida $208,218 Montana $207,756 Nebraska $207,316

Kentucky $207,074 South Carolina $206,194 Tennessee $205,644 Idaho $205,424 New Mexico $203,817 Oklahoma $203,465 Alabama $202,167 South Dakota $199,988

Arkansas $198,800 West Virginia $198,162 Mississippi $196,247

Top Paying Cities for Embedded Software Engineer VIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $230,642
Little Creek: $228,508
Magnolia: $229,454

Lincoln, DE $230,642 Little Creek, DE $228,508 Magnolia, DE $229,454 Milford, DE $230,642 Marydel, DE $227,650 Millsboro, DE $230,642 Millville, DE $232,183 Milton, DE $230,642

Nassau, DE $230,642 Ocean View, DE $232,183 Rehoboth Beach, DE $232,183 Seaford, DE $228,222 Selbyville, DE $232,183 Smyrna, DE $227,385 Viola, DE $229,454 Woodside, DE $228,794

Bear, DE $225,713 Newark, DE $225,801 Claymont, DE $225,977 Delaware City, DE $225,801 Hockessin, DE $225,977 Kirkwood, DE $225,801 Middletown, DE $226,923 Montchanin, DE $225,977

New Castle, DE $225,977 Odessa, DE $227,231 Port Penn, DE $225,185 Rockland, DE $225,977 Saint Georges, DE $225,801 Townsend, DE $226,901 Winterthur, DE $225,977 Lewes, DE $230,642

Wilmington, DE $225,977 Dover, DE $228,398 Dover Afb, DE $228,926 Bethany Beach, DE $232,183 Bethel, DE $228,222 Bridgeville, DE $230,642 Camden Wyoming, DE $228,640 Cheswold, DE $227,870

Clayton, DE $227,297 Dagsboro, DE $232,183 Delmar, DE $228,222 Ellendale, DE $230,642 Felton, DE $230,642 Fenwick Island, DE $232,183 Frankford, DE $232,183 Frederica, DE $230,642

Georgetown, DE $230,642 Greenwood, DE $230,642 Harbeson, DE $230,642 Harrington, DE $230,642 Hartly, DE $227,187 Houston, DE $230,642 Kenton, DE $227,297 Laurel, DE $228,222

Yorklyn, DE $225,977

Embedded Software Engineer VI Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Embedded Software Engineer VI's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$203,355

Average $222,852/year

$242,760

$16,946

Average $18,571/month

$20,230

$3,911

Average $4,286/week

$4,668

$98

Average $107/hour

$117

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$242,760	$20,230	$4,668	$117
Average	$222,852	$18,571	$4,286	$107
25th Percentile	$203,355	$16,946	$3,911	$98

Embedded Software Engineer VI Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Embedded Software Engineer VI, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Embedded Software Engineering Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $153,521 - a projected growth of -31% over your current level.

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