Embedded Software Engineering Director Salary in the United States

How much does an Embedded Software Engineering Director make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embedded Software Engineering Director in the United States is $212,223 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $102.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $242,274
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $201,061 to $227,953
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $190,899
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75th Percentile $227,953 $18,996 $4,384 $110
Average $212,223 $17,685 $4,081 $102
25th Percentile $201,061 $16,755 $3,867 $97
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Key Factors That Influence Embedded Software Engineering Director Salaries

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

How Experience Level Affects Embedded Software Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Embedded Software Engineering Director's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Embedded Software Engineer VI (10-12 years): $221,265
  • Embedded Software Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $152,425
  • Embedded Software Engineering Manager (12+ years): $153,577
  • Embedded Software Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years): $207,726
  • Embedded Software Engineering Director (12+ years): $212,223
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Embedded Software Engineer VI10-12 years$221,265
Embedded Software Engineering Supervisor12+ years$152,425
Embedded Software Engineering Manager12+ years$153,577
Embedded Software Engineering Senior Manager12+ years$207,726
Embedded Software Engineering Director12+ years$212,223
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Top Paying Cities for Embedded Software Engineering Directors

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:

  • San Jose: $267,677
  • San Francisco: $265,045
  • Oakland: $259,167

Embedded Software Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Embedded Software Engineering Director'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.

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$201,061
Average $212,223/year
$227,953
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Average $17,685/month
$18,996
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$4,384
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Average $102/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $227,953 $18,996 $4,384 $110
Average $212,223 $17,685 $4,081 $102
25th Percentile $201,061 $16,755 $3,867 $97

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FAQ about Embedded Software Engineering Director

1. Where can an Embedded Software Engineering Director earn the most?

An Embedded Software Engineering Director's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, an Embedded Software Engineering Director earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Embedded Software Engineering Director is $267,677.

2. What is the highest pay for Embedded Software Engineering Director?

The highest pay for Embedded Software Engineering Director is $242,274.

3. What is the lowest pay for Embedded Software Engineering Director?

The lowest pay for Embedded Software Engineering Director is $190,899.

4. What are the responsibilities of Embedded Software Engineering Director?

Directs development projects that design, develop, test, debug, and implement embedded software and systems. Develops resource allocation plans for development projects that support productivity objectives. Facilitates cross functional collaboration. Integrates best practices, including firmware design-review methodologies, for the development of software and firmware source code in C/C++, Embedded C, and other languages. Extensive experience with firmware and software development toolsets utilized in project tracking, workflow management, build and test automation, continuous integration, quality assurance, and software lifecycle management. Requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.

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