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

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

An Embedded Software Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $151,123 for beginners, reaching about $153,419 at mid-level, and approach $158,064 for experts.

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 $170,052, California $169,406, Massachusetts $167,149. 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 Engineer VI: $220,058; Embedded Software Engineering Director: $212,213; Embedded Software Engineering Senior Manager: $206,597; Embedded Software Engineer V: $160,593; Embedded Engineering Manager: $157,191.

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Embedded Software Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embedded Software Engineering Manager in Delaware is $155,538 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): $174,563
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $143,707 to $165,496
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $132,936

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Embedded Software Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,496	$13,791	$3,183	$80
Average	$155,538	$12,961	$2,991	$75
25th Percentile	$143,707	$11,976	$2,764	$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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $151,123
Early Career (1-2 years): $151,653
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $153,419
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,538
Expert (over 8 years): $158,064

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Embedded Software Engineering Manager	$151,123
Intermediate Level Embedded Software Engineering Manager	$151,653
Senior Level Embedded Software Engineering Manager	$153,419
Specialist Level Embedded Software Engineering Manager	$155,538
Expert Level Embedded Software Engineering Manager	$158,064

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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: $170,052.
California: $169,406.
Massachusetts: $167,149.

District of Columbia $170,052 California $169,406 Massachusetts $167,149 Washington $166,534 New Jersey $166,473 Alaska $166,258 Connecticut $164,138 New York $163,278

Hawaii $160,529 Rhode Island $159,239 Maryland $158,364 Minnesota $157,166 Colorado $156,705 Illinois $156,551 Oregon $155,968 Delaware $155,538

New Hampshire $155,267 Virginia $154,662 Pennsylvania $152,896 Nevada $152,005 North Dakota $151,713 Michigan $151,252 Wisconsin $151,084 Vermont $150,746

Texas $149,809 Maine $149,747 Arizona $149,655 Ohio $149,548 Georgia $148,135 Indiana $147,428 Wyoming $147,290 Utah $147,075

Iowa $146,983 Kansas $146,246 Louisiana $146,031 North Carolina $145,954 Missouri $145,923 Florida $145,324 Montana $145,001 Nebraska $144,694

Kentucky $144,525 South Carolina $143,911 Tennessee $143,527 Idaho $143,373 New Mexico $142,252 Oklahoma $142,007 Alabama $141,100 South Dakota $139,580

Arkansas $138,750 West Virginia $138,305 Mississippi $136,969

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: $160,975
Little Creek: $159,485
Magnolia: $160,145

Lincoln, DE $160,975 Little Creek, DE $159,485 Magnolia, DE $160,145 Milford, DE $160,975 Marydel, DE $158,886 Millsboro, DE $160,975 Millville, DE $162,050 Milton, DE $160,975

Nassau, DE $160,975 Ocean View, DE $162,050 Rehoboth Beach, DE $162,050 Seaford, DE $159,285 Selbyville, DE $162,050 Smyrna, DE $158,701 Viola, DE $160,145 Woodside, DE $159,684

Bear, DE $157,534 Newark, DE $157,596 Claymont, DE $157,718 Delaware City, DE $157,596 Hockessin, DE $157,718 Kirkwood, DE $157,596 Middletown, DE $158,379 Montchanin, DE $157,718

New Castle, DE $157,718 Odessa, DE $158,594 Port Penn, DE $157,166 Rockland, DE $157,718 Saint Georges, DE $157,596 Townsend, DE $158,364 Winterthur, DE $157,718 Lewes, DE $160,975

Wilmington, DE $157,718 Dover, DE $159,408 Dover Afb, DE $159,777 Bethany Beach, DE $162,050 Bethel, DE $159,285 Bridgeville, DE $160,975 Camden Wyoming, DE $159,577 Cheswold, DE $159,039

Clayton, DE $158,640 Dagsboro, DE $162,050 Delmar, DE $159,285 Ellendale, DE $160,975 Felton, DE $160,975 Fenwick Island, DE $162,050 Frankford, DE $162,050 Frederica, DE $160,975

Georgetown, DE $160,975 Greenwood, DE $160,975 Harbeson, DE $160,975 Harrington, DE $160,975 Hartly, DE $158,563 Houston, DE $160,975 Kenton, DE $158,640 Laurel, DE $159,285

Yorklyn, DE $157,718

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$143,707

Average $155,538/year

$165,496

$11,976

Average $12,961/month

$13,791

$2,764

Average $2,991/week

$3,183

$69

Average $75/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,496	$13,791	$3,183	$80
Average	$155,538	$12,961	$2,991	$75
25th Percentile	$143,707	$11,976	$2,764	$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 $209,221 - a projected growth of 35% over your current level.

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