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

A Systems Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Systems Software Engineer (0-2 years)earns $79,567, a Software Systems Developer II (2-4 years)earns $109,343, a Software Systems Developer III (4-7 years)earns $128,303, a Software Systems Developer IV (7+ years)earns $142,677, a Software Systems Developer V (7-10 years)earns $165,368,

What are the highest paying states for a Systems Software Engineer?

Systems Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Systems Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $87,521, California $87,189, Massachusetts $86,027. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Systems Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Systems Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Engineer V: $165,274; Software Systems Engineer IV: $144,214; Computer Systems Software Engineer: $124,955; Software Systems Engineer III: $117,850; Financial Systems Software Engineer: $113,488.

Systems Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Systems Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Systems Software Engineer in Delaware is $80,051 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,631
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,430 to $86,636
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,402

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Systems Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,636	$7,220	$1,666	$42
Average	$80,051	$6,671	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$73,430	$6,119	$1,412	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Systems Software Engineer Salaries

A Systems 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 Systems Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Systems 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): $79,567
Early Career (1-2 years): $109,343
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $128,303
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,677
Expert (over 8 years): $165,368

Levels	Salary
Systems S... Level Systems Software Engineer	$79,567
Software ... Level Systems Software Engineer	$109,343
Software ... Level Systems Software Engineer	$128,303
Software ... Level Systems Software Engineer	$142,677
Software ... Level Systems Software Engineer	$165,368

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

District of Columbia: $87,521.
California: $87,189.
Massachusetts: $86,027.

District of Columbia $87,521 California $87,189 Massachusetts $86,027 Washington $85,711 New Jersey $85,679 Alaska $85,568 Connecticut $84,477 New York $84,035

Hawaii $82,620 Rhode Island $81,956 Maryland $81,505 Minnesota $80,889 Colorado $80,652 Illinois $80,573 Oregon $80,272 Delaware $80,051

New Hampshire $79,912 Virginia $79,600 Pennsylvania $78,691 Nevada $78,233 North Dakota $78,083 Michigan $77,845 Wisconsin $77,758 Vermont $77,585

Texas $77,102 Maine $77,071 Arizona $77,023 Ohio $76,968 Georgia $76,241 Indiana $75,877 Wyoming $75,806 Utah $75,695

Iowa $75,648 Kansas $75,268 Louisiana $75,158 North Carolina $75,118 Missouri $75,102 Florida $74,794 Montana $74,628 Nebraska $74,470

Kentucky $74,383 South Carolina $74,067 Tennessee $73,869 Idaho $73,790 New Mexico $73,213 Oklahoma $73,087 Alabama $72,620 South Dakota $71,838

Arkansas $71,411 West Virginia $71,182 Mississippi $70,494

Top Paying Cities for Systems 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: $82,849
Little Creek: $82,082
Magnolia: $82,422

Lincoln, DE $82,849 Little Creek, DE $82,082 Magnolia, DE $82,422 Milford, DE $82,849 Marydel, DE $81,774 Millsboro, DE $82,849 Millville, DE $83,402 Milton, DE $82,849

Nassau, DE $82,849 Ocean View, DE $83,402 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,402 Seaford, DE $81,980 Selbyville, DE $83,402 Smyrna, DE $81,679 Viola, DE $82,422 Woodside, DE $82,185

Bear, DE $81,078 Newark, DE $81,110 Claymont, DE $81,173 Delaware City, DE $81,110 Hockessin, DE $81,173 Kirkwood, DE $81,110 Middletown, DE $81,513 Montchanin, DE $81,173

New Castle, DE $81,173 Odessa, DE $81,624 Port Penn, DE $80,889 Rockland, DE $81,173 Saint Georges, DE $81,110 Townsend, DE $81,505 Winterthur, DE $81,173 Lewes, DE $82,849

Wilmington, DE $81,173 Dover, DE $82,043 Dover Afb, DE $82,232 Bethany Beach, DE $83,402 Bethel, DE $81,980 Bridgeville, DE $82,849 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,130 Cheswold, DE $81,853

Clayton, DE $81,648 Dagsboro, DE $83,402 Delmar, DE $81,980 Ellendale, DE $82,849 Felton, DE $82,849 Fenwick Island, DE $83,402 Frankford, DE $83,402 Frederica, DE $82,849

Georgetown, DE $82,849 Greenwood, DE $82,849 Harbeson, DE $82,849 Harrington, DE $82,849 Hartly, DE $81,608 Houston, DE $82,849 Kenton, DE $81,648 Laurel, DE $81,980

Yorklyn, DE $81,173

Systems Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Systems 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 March 01, 2026

$73,430

Average $80,051/year

$86,636

$6,119

Average $6,671/month

$7,220

$1,412

Average $1,539/week

$1,666

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,636	$7,220	$1,666	$42
Average	$80,051	$6,671	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$73,430	$6,119	$1,412	$35

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