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: starting around $79,052 for beginners, reaching about $81,193 at mid-level, and approach $81,673 for experts.

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 $87,508, California $87,176, Massachusetts $86,014. 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: $165,273; Software Systems Engineer IV: $144,199; Computer Systems Software Engineer: $124,963; Software Systems Engineer III: $117,851; Financial Systems Software Engineer: $113,478.

Systems Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Systems Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Systems Software Engineer in Delaware is $80,039 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): $92,527
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,379 to $86,576
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,316

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Systems Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,576	$7,215	$1,665	$42
Average	$80,039	$6,670	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$73,379	$6,115	$1,411	$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): $79,052
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,751
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $81,193
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,481
Expert (over 8 years): $81,673

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Systems Software Engineer	$79,052
Intermediate Level Systems Software Engineer	$79,751
Senior Level Systems Software Engineer	$81,193
Specialist Level Systems Software Engineer	$81,481
Expert Level Systems Software Engineer	$81,673

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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: $87,508.
California: $87,176.
Massachusetts: $86,014.

District of Columbia $87,508 California $87,176 Massachusetts $86,014 Washington $85,698 New Jersey $85,667 Alaska $85,556 Connecticut $84,465 New York $84,023

Hawaii $82,608 Rhode Island $81,944 Maryland $81,494 Minnesota $80,877 Colorado $80,640 Illinois $80,561 Oregon $80,261 Delaware $80,039

New Hampshire $79,900 Virginia $79,589 Pennsylvania $78,680 Nevada $78,221 North Dakota $78,071 Michigan $77,834 Wisconsin $77,747 Vermont $77,573

Texas $77,091 Maine $77,060 Arizona $77,012 Ohio $76,957 Georgia $76,230 Indiana $75,866 Wyoming $75,795 Utah $75,684

Iowa $75,637 Kansas $75,258 Louisiana $75,147 North Carolina $75,107 Missouri $75,092 Florida $74,783 Montana $74,617 Nebraska $74,459

Kentucky $74,372 South Carolina $74,056 Tennessee $73,859 Idaho $73,780 New Mexico $73,203 Oklahoma $73,076 Alabama $72,610 South Dakota $71,827

Arkansas $71,401 West Virginia $71,171 Mississippi $70,484

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: $82,837
Little Creek: $82,070
Magnolia: $82,410

Lincoln, DE $82,837 Little Creek, DE $82,070 Magnolia, DE $82,410 Milford, DE $82,837 Marydel, DE $81,762 Millsboro, DE $82,837 Millville, DE $83,390 Milton, DE $82,837

Nassau, DE $82,837 Ocean View, DE $83,390 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,390 Seaford, DE $81,968 Selbyville, DE $83,390 Smyrna, DE $81,667 Viola, DE $82,410 Woodside, DE $82,173

Bear, DE $81,067 Newark, DE $81,098 Claymont, DE $81,162 Delaware City, DE $81,098 Hockessin, DE $81,162 Kirkwood, DE $81,098 Middletown, DE $81,501 Montchanin, DE $81,162

New Castle, DE $81,162 Odessa, DE $81,612 Port Penn, DE $80,877 Rockland, DE $81,162 Saint Georges, DE $81,098 Townsend, DE $81,494 Winterthur, DE $81,162 Lewes, DE $82,837

Wilmington, DE $81,162 Dover, DE $82,031 Dover Afb, DE $82,221 Bethany Beach, DE $83,390 Bethel, DE $81,968 Bridgeville, DE $82,837 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,118 Cheswold, DE $81,841

Clayton, DE $81,636 Dagsboro, DE $83,390 Delmar, DE $81,968 Ellendale, DE $82,837 Felton, DE $82,837 Fenwick Island, DE $83,390 Frankford, DE $83,390 Frederica, DE $82,837

Georgetown, DE $82,837 Greenwood, DE $82,837 Harbeson, DE $82,837 Harrington, DE $82,837 Hartly, DE $81,596 Houston, DE $82,837 Kenton, DE $81,636 Laurel, DE $81,968

Yorklyn, DE $81,162

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 January 01, 2026

$73,379

Average $80,039/year

$86,576

$6,115

Average $6,670/month

$7,215

$1,411

Average $1,539/week

$1,665

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,576	$7,215	$1,665	$42
Average	$80,039	$6,670	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$73,379	$6,115	$1,411	$35

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