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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Embedded Software Engineering Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Embedded Software Engineering Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Embedded Software Engineering Manager's salary?

An Embedded Software Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: an Embedded Software Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $196,181, an Embedded Software Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $124,211, an Embedded Software Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $155,507, an Embedded Software Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $187,421, an Embedded Software Engineering Director (12+ years)earns $214,937,

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

Embedded Software Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Embedded Software Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $170,018, California $169,373, Massachusetts $167,116. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Embedded Software Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineering Director: $212,242; Embedded Software Engineer VI: $193,721; Embedded Software Engineering Senior Manager: $185,071; Embedded Software Engineer V: $160,551; Embedded Engineering Manager: $157,158.

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Embedded Software Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Embedded Software Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embedded Software Engineering Manager in Delaware is $155,507 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $174,465
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $143,673 to $165,431
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $132,898

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Embedded Software Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,431	$13,786	$3,181	$80
Average	$155,507	$12,959	$2,991	$75
25th Percentile	$143,673	$11,973	$2,763	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Embedded Software Engineering Manager Salaries

An Embedded Software Engineering Manager'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 Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Embedded Software Engineering Manager'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): $196,181
Embedded Software Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $124,211
Embedded Software Engineering Manager (12+ years): $155,507
Embedded Software Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years): $187,421
Embedded Software Engineering Director (12+ years): $214,937

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Embedded Software Engineer VI	10-12 years	$196,181
Embedded Software Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$124,211
Embedded Software Engineering Manager	12+ years	$155,507
Embedded Software Engineering Senior Manager	12+ years	$187,421
Embedded Software Engineering Director	12+ years	$214,937

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

District of Columbia: $170,018.
California: $169,373.
Massachusetts: $167,116.

District of Columbia $170,018 California $169,373 Massachusetts $167,116 Washington $166,502 New Jersey $166,440 Alaska $166,225 Connecticut $164,106 New York $163,246

Hawaii $160,498 Rhode Island $159,208 Maryland $158,333 Minnesota $157,135 Colorado $156,674 Illinois $156,521 Oregon $155,937 Delaware $155,507

New Hampshire $155,237 Virginia $154,632 Pennsylvania $152,866 Nevada $151,975 North Dakota $151,684 Michigan $151,223 Wisconsin $151,054 Vermont $150,716

Texas $149,779 Maine $149,718 Arizona $149,626 Ohio $149,518 Georgia $148,106 Indiana $147,399 Wyoming $147,261 Utah $147,046

Iowa $146,954 Kansas $146,217 Louisiana $146,002 North Carolina $145,925 Missouri $145,895 Florida $145,296 Montana $144,973 Nebraska $144,666

Kentucky $144,497 South Carolina $143,883 Tennessee $143,499 Idaho $143,345 New Mexico $142,224 Oklahoma $141,979 Alabama $141,073 South Dakota $139,553

Arkansas $138,723 West Virginia $138,278 Mississippi $136,942

Top Paying Cities for Embedded Software Engineering Managers

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: $154,807
Little Creek: $155,940
Magnolia: $155,716

Lincoln, DE $154,807 Little Creek, DE $155,940 Magnolia, DE $155,716 Milford, DE $155,200 Marydel, DE $155,455 Millsboro, DE $154,157 Millville, DE $154,395 Milton, DE $154,663

Nassau, DE $154,775 Ocean View, DE $154,369 Rehoboth Beach, DE $154,666 Seaford, DE $154,753 Selbyville, DE $154,113 Smyrna, DE $156,048 Viola, DE $155,329 Woodside, DE $155,747

Bear, DE $155,387 Newark, DE $155,329 Claymont, DE $155,647 Delaware City, DE $155,484 Hockessin, DE $155,315 Kirkwood, DE $155,455 Middletown, DE $155,515 Montchanin, DE $155,351

New Castle, DE $155,374 Odessa, DE $155,592 Port Penn, DE $155,696 Rockland, DE $155,366 Saint Georges, DE $155,466 Townsend, DE $155,705 Winterthur, DE $155,384 Lewes, DE $154,722

Wilmington, DE $155,323 Dover, DE $155,940 Dover Afb, DE $155,119 Bethany Beach, DE $154,207 Bethel, DE $154,366 Bridgeville, DE $154,730 Camden Wyoming, DE $155,501 Cheswold, DE $155,890

Clayton, DE $155,894 Dagsboro, DE $154,099 Delmar, DE $153,852 Ellendale, DE $154,319 Felton, DE $155,188 Fenwick Island, DE $154,133 Frankford, DE $153,864 Frederica, DE $155,341

Georgetown, DE $154,041 Greenwood, DE $154,755 Harbeson, DE $154,205 Harrington, DE $154,991 Hartly, DE $155,473 Houston, DE $154,770 Kenton, DE $155,902 Laurel, DE $153,949

Yorklyn, DE $155,361

Embedded Software Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Embedded Software Engineering Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $173,933. While startup companies pay approximate $147,096.

Embedded Software Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$147,096
Growth Stage	51~500	$155,577
Established	501~5000	$167,966
Enterprise	5000+	$173,933

Embedded Software Engineering Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Embedded Software Engineering Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Embedded Software Engineering Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Embedded Software Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Embedded Software Engineering Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$194,384	$93.0	25%
Software & Networking	$186,609	$90.0	20%
Financial Services	$178,833	$86.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$171,058	$82.0	10%
Chemicals	$163,283	$79.0	5%

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

Understanding how an Embedded Software Engineering Manager'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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$143,673

Average $155,507/year

$165,431

$11,973

Average $12,959/month

$13,786

$2,763

Average $2,991/week

$3,181

$69

Average $75/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,431	$13,786	$3,181	$80
Average	$155,507	$12,959	$2,991	$75
25th Percentile	$143,673	$11,973	$2,763	$69

Embedded Software Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Embedded Software Engineering Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Embedded Software Engineering Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $187,421 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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