What are the main factors that influence an Embedded Software Engineering Director's salary?

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

How does experience change an Embedded Software Engineering Director's salary?

An Embedded Software Engineering Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $227,417 for beginners, reaching about $229,994 at mid-level, and approach $234,962 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Embedded Software Engineering Director?

Embedded Software Engineering Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Embedded Software Engineering Director roles are District of Columbia $234,962, California $234,071, Massachusetts $230,951. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Embedded Software Engineering Director roles make?

Salaries for Embedded Software Engineering Director level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineer VI: $220,058; Software Engineering Director: $214,137; Embedded Software Engineering Senior Manager: $206,597; Embedded Software Engineer V: $160,593; Embedded Software Engineering Manager: $153,587.

Embedded Software Engineering Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Embedded Software Engineering Director make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embedded Software Engineering Director in District of Columbia is $234,962 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $113.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $268,294
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $222,632 to $252,409
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $211,407

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Embedded Software Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$252,409	$21,034	$4,854	$121
Average	$234,962	$19,580	$4,519	$113
25th Percentile	$222,632	$18,553	$4,281	$107

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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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $227,417
Early Career (1-2 years): $228,521
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $229,994
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $232,202
Expert (over 8 years): $234,962

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Embedded Software Engineering Director	$227,417
Intermediate Level Embedded Software Engineering Director	$228,521
Senior Level Embedded Software Engineering Director	$229,994
Specialist Level Embedded Software Engineering Director	$232,202
Expert Level Embedded Software Engineering Director	$234,962

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How Do Embedded Software Engineering Director 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 Engineering Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $234,962.
California: $234,071.
Massachusetts: $230,951.

District of Columbia $234,962 California $234,071 Massachusetts $230,951 Washington $230,103 New Jersey $230,018 Alaska $229,721 Connecticut $226,792 New York $225,604

Hawaii $221,805 Rhode Island $220,022 Maryland $218,813 Minnesota $217,158 Colorado $216,521 Illinois $216,309 Oregon $215,502 Delaware $214,908

New Hampshire $214,535 Virginia $213,698 Pennsylvania $211,258 Nevada $210,027 North Dakota $209,624 Michigan $208,987 Wisconsin $208,754 Vermont $208,287

Texas $206,993 Maine $206,908 Arizona $206,780 Ohio $206,632 Georgia $204,679 Indiana $203,703 Wyoming $203,512 Utah $203,215

Iowa $203,088 Kansas $202,069 Louisiana $201,772 North Carolina $201,666 Missouri $201,624 Florida $200,796 Montana $200,350 Nebraska $199,926

Kentucky $199,692 South Carolina $198,844 Tennessee $198,313 Idaho $198,101 New Mexico $196,552 Oklahoma $196,212 Alabama $194,960 South Dakota $192,859

Arkansas $191,713 West Virginia $191,098 Mississippi $189,252

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:

Parcel Return Service: $234,962
Washington: $234,962
Naval Anacost Annex: $234,962

Parcel Return Service, DC $234,962 Washington, DC $234,962 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $234,962 Washington Navy Yard, DC $234,962

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$222,632

Average $234,962/year

$252,409

$18,553

Average $19,580/month

$21,034

$4,281

Average $4,519/week

$4,854

$107

Average $113/hour

$121

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$252,409	$21,034	$4,854	$121
Average	$234,962	$19,580	$4,519	$113
25th Percentile	$222,632	$18,553	$4,281	$107

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