What are the main factors that influence a Senior Embedded Software Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Senior Embedded Software Engineer's salary?

A Senior Embedded Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Embedded Software Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $98,366, an Embedded Software Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $120,373, an Senior Embedded Software Engineer (7+ years)earns $146,847, an Embedded Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $166,637, an Embedded Software Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $201,053,

What are the highest paying states for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer?

Senior Embedded Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Senior Embedded Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $161,341, California $160,729, Massachusetts $158,587. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Senior Embedded Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Senior Embedded Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineering Director: $212,232; Embedded Software Engineer VI: $193,727; Embedded Software Engineering Senior Manager: $185,076; Embedded Software Engineer V: $160,565; Embedded Software Engineer IV: $141,496.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Senior Embedded Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Delaware is $147,571 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,386
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,274 to $157,419
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $133,631

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,419	$13,118	$3,027	$76
Average	$147,571	$12,298	$2,838	$71
25th Percentile	$140,274	$11,690	$2,698	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Senior Embedded Software Engineer Salaries

A Senior Embedded Software Engineer'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 Senior Embedded Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Embedded Software Engineer'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): $98,366
Early Career (1-2 years): $120,373
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $146,847
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $166,637
Expert (over 8 years): $201,053

Levels	Salary
Embedded ... Level Senior Embedded Software Engineer	$98,366
Embedded ... Level Senior Embedded Software Engineer	$120,373
Senior Em... Level Senior Embedded Software Engineer	$146,847
Embedded ... Level Senior Embedded Software Engineer	$166,637
Embedded ... Level Senior Embedded Software Engineer	$201,053

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How Do Senior Embedded Software Engineer 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 Senior Embedded Software Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $161,341.
California: $160,729.
Massachusetts: $158,587.

District of Columbia $161,341 California $160,729 Massachusetts $158,587 Washington $158,004 New Jersey $157,946 Alaska $157,742 Connecticut $155,731 New York $154,915

Hawaii $152,307 Rhode Island $151,082 Maryland $150,252 Minnesota $149,115 Colorado $148,678 Illinois $148,532 Oregon $147,979 Delaware $147,571

New Hampshire $147,314 Virginia $146,740 Pennsylvania $145,064 Nevada $144,219 North Dakota $143,942 Michigan $143,505 Wisconsin $143,345 Vermont $143,024

Texas $142,135 Maine $142,077 Arizona $141,990 Ohio $141,888 Georgia $140,547 Indiana $139,877 Wyoming $139,745 Utah $139,541

Iowa $139,454 Kansas $138,755 Louisiana $138,551 North Carolina $138,478 Missouri $138,449 Florida $137,880 Montana $137,574 Nebraska $137,283

Kentucky $137,123 South Carolina $136,540 Tennessee $136,175 Idaho $136,030 New Mexico $134,966 Oklahoma $134,733 Alabama $133,873 South Dakota $132,430

Arkansas $131,643 West Virginia $131,221 Mississippi $129,953

Top Paying Cities for Senior Embedded Software Engineers

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: $146,906
Little Creek: $147,982
Magnolia: $147,769

Lincoln, DE $146,906 Little Creek, DE $147,982 Magnolia, DE $147,769 Milford, DE $147,279 Marydel, DE $147,521 Millsboro, DE $146,290 Millville, DE $146,516 Milton, DE $146,769

Nassau, DE $146,876 Ocean View, DE $146,491 Rehoboth Beach, DE $146,772 Seaford, DE $146,855 Selbyville, DE $146,248 Smyrna, DE $148,084 Viola, DE $147,402 Woodside, DE $147,798

Bear, DE $147,457 Newark, DE $147,402 Claymont, DE $147,703 Delaware City, DE $147,549 Hockessin, DE $147,388 Kirkwood, DE $147,521 Middletown, DE $147,578 Montchanin, DE $147,422

New Castle, DE $147,444 Odessa, DE $147,651 Port Penn, DE $147,750 Rockland, DE $147,437 Saint Georges, DE $147,531 Townsend, DE $147,759 Winterthur, DE $147,454 Lewes, DE $146,826

Wilmington, DE $147,396 Dover, DE $147,982 Dover Afb, DE $147,202 Bethany Beach, DE $146,336 Bethel, DE $146,488 Bridgeville, DE $146,833 Camden Wyoming, DE $147,565 Cheswold, DE $147,933

Clayton, DE $147,938 Dagsboro, DE $146,234 Delmar, DE $146,000 Ellendale, DE $146,443 Felton, DE $147,268 Fenwick Island, DE $146,266 Frankford, DE $146,011 Frederica, DE $147,413

Georgetown, DE $146,179 Greenwood, DE $146,857 Harbeson, DE $146,335 Harrington, DE $147,081 Hartly, DE $147,539 Houston, DE $146,871 Kenton, DE $147,945 Laurel, DE $146,092

Yorklyn, DE $147,432

Senior Embedded Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Embedded Software Engineer'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 May 01, 2026

$140,274

Average $147,571/year

$157,419

$11,690

Average $12,298/month

$13,118

$2,698

Average $2,838/week

$3,027

$67

Average $71/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,419	$13,118	$3,027	$76
Average	$147,571	$12,298	$2,838	$71
25th Percentile	$140,274	$11,690	$2,698	$67

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