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Technical Support Engineer II Salary in the United States

How much does a Technical Support Engineer II make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Support Engineer II in the United States is $79,777 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, a Technical Support Engineer II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,822
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,485 to $87,652
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,936
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View as table View as graph 25% $71,485 10% $63,936 90% $94,822 75% $87,652 $79,777 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Technical Support Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $87,652 $7,304 $1,686 $42
Average $79,777 $6,648 $1,534 $38
25th Percentile $71,485 $5,957 $1,375 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Technical Support Engineer II Salaries

A Technical Support Engineer II'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Technical Support Engineer II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Support Engineer II'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): $77,054
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $77,302
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $79,777
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $82,715
  • Expert (over 8 years): $83,891
Levels Salary
Entry Level Technical Support Engineer II$77,054
Intermediate Level Technical Support Engineer II$77,302
Senior Level Technical Support Engineer II$79,777
Specialist Level Technical Support Engineer II$82,715
Expert Level Technical Support Engineer II$83,891
$77,054 0 yr
$77,302 < 2 yrs
$79,777 2-4 yrs
$82,715 5-8 yrs
$83,891 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Technical Support Engineer IIs

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: $100,623
  • San Francisco: $99,633
  • Oakland: $97,424

What Skills Can Increase a Technical Support Engineer II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 9.87% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 2.39% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
  • Active Directory (Mentioned in 1.73% Job Postings): Active Directory (AD) is Microsoft's proprietary directory service. It runs on Windows Server and enables administrators to manage permissions and access to network resources.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Troubleshooting 9.87%
Computer Science 2.39%
Active Directory 1.73%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Technical Support Engineer II's salary.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • API: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Business Requirements: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Agile
$86,957
9%
API
$86,159
8%
Business Requirements
$86,159
8%
Team Development
$86,159
8%
SQL
$83,766
5%
Analysis
$83,766
5%
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How Education impacts a Technical Support Engineer II's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Technical Support Engineer IIs enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Technical Support Engineer II with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $83,139 and $87,953).

Technical Support Engineer II Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Technical Support Engineer II
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.5%
High School 20.8%
Associates 20.3%
Bachelors 49.7%
Masters 7.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Technical Support Engineer II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Support Engineer II'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

Technical Support Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Technical Support Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Technical Support Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $105,328 - a projected growth of 32% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Technical Support Engineer II

Salaries for a Technical Support Engineer II can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $80,701 in 2023 to around $80,110 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Technical Support Engineer II salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Technical Support Engineer II Over Time

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$80,953
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FAQ about Technical Support Engineer II

1. Where can a Technical Support Engineer II earn the most?

A Technical Support Engineer II'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, a Technical Support Engineer II earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Technical Support Engineer II is $100,623.

2. What is the highest pay for Technical Support Engineer II?

The highest pay for Technical Support Engineer II is $94,822.

3. What is the lowest pay for Technical Support Engineer II?

The lowest pay for Technical Support Engineer II is $63,936.

4. What are the responsibilities of Technical Support Engineer II?

Provides technical support to troubleshoot issues and engineer solutions for an organization's products or systems. Communicates with system users and stakeholders to define and isolate the issue and deliver technical solutions. Maintains IT infrastructure to ensure optimal function of software, hardware, and network systems. Documents bugs, fixes, and changes or updates to technical documentation for future reference. Creates diagnostic tools and performs regular testing to maintain and enhance overall system performance. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience.

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