What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level 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 An Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer's salary?

An Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Pipeline Scheduler (2-4 years)earns $88,892, a Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer (4-7 years)earns $112,132, a Pipelines Manager (7+ years)earns $164,867, a Pipelines Director (7+ years)earns $225,947, a VP of Pipeline Operations (7+ years)earns $359,567,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer?

Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $121,815, California $121,353, Massachusetts $119,736. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineer VI: $221,265; Embedded Software Engineer V: $160,578; Embedded Software Engineering Manager: $153,577; Embedded Software Engineering Supervisor: $152,425; Senior Embedded Software Engineer: $145,717.

Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer in Delaware is $111,418 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,763
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,132 to $119,974
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,768

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Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,974	$9,998	$2,307	$58
Average	$111,418	$9,285	$2,143	$54
25th Percentile	$101,132	$8,428	$1,945	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Salaries

An Entry Level 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 Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level 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): $88,892
Early Career (1-2 years): $112,132
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $164,867
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $225,947
Expert (over 8 years): $359,567

Levels	Salary
Pipeline ... Level Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer	$88,892
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer	$112,132
Pipelines... Level Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer	$164,867
Pipelines... Level Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer	$225,947
VP of Pip... Level Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer	$359,567

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

District of Columbia: $121,815.
California: $121,353.
Massachusetts: $119,736.

District of Columbia $121,815 California $121,353 Massachusetts $119,736 Washington $119,296 New Jersey $119,252 Alaska $119,098 Connecticut $117,579 New York $116,963

Hawaii $114,994 Rhode Island $114,070 Maryland $113,443 Minnesota $112,584 Colorado $112,254 Illinois $112,144 Oregon $111,726 Delaware $111,418

New Hampshire $111,225 Virginia $110,791 Pennsylvania $109,526 Nevada $108,888 North Dakota $108,679 Michigan $108,349 Wisconsin $108,228 Vermont $107,986

Texas $107,314 Maine $107,270 Arizona $107,204 Ohio $107,127 Georgia $106,115 Indiana $105,609 Wyoming $105,510 Utah $105,356

Iowa $105,290 Kansas $104,762 Louisiana $104,608 North Carolina $104,553 Missouri $104,531 Florida $104,102 Montana $103,871 Nebraska $103,651

Kentucky $103,530 South Carolina $103,090 Tennessee $102,815 Idaho $102,705 New Mexico $101,901 Oklahoma $101,725 Alabama $101,076 South Dakota $99,987

Arkansas $99,393 West Virginia $99,074 Mississippi $98,117

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level 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: $115,313
Little Creek: $114,246
Magnolia: $114,719

Lincoln, DE $115,313 Little Creek, DE $114,246 Magnolia, DE $114,719 Milford, DE $115,313 Marydel, DE $113,817 Millsboro, DE $115,313 Millville, DE $116,083 Milton, DE $115,313

Nassau, DE $115,313 Ocean View, DE $116,083 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,083 Seaford, DE $114,103 Selbyville, DE $116,083 Smyrna, DE $113,685 Viola, DE $114,719 Woodside, DE $114,389

Bear, DE $112,849 Newark, DE $112,893 Claymont, DE $112,981 Delaware City, DE $112,893 Hockessin, DE $112,981 Kirkwood, DE $112,893 Middletown, DE $113,454 Montchanin, DE $112,981

New Castle, DE $112,981 Odessa, DE $113,608 Port Penn, DE $112,584 Rockland, DE $112,981 Saint Georges, DE $112,893 Townsend, DE $113,443 Winterthur, DE $112,981 Lewes, DE $115,313

Wilmington, DE $112,981 Dover, DE $114,191 Dover Afb, DE $114,455 Bethany Beach, DE $116,083 Bethel, DE $114,103 Bridgeville, DE $115,313 Camden Wyoming, DE $114,312 Cheswold, DE $113,927

Clayton, DE $113,641 Dagsboro, DE $116,083 Delmar, DE $114,103 Ellendale, DE $115,313 Felton, DE $115,313 Fenwick Island, DE $116,083 Frankford, DE $116,083 Frederica, DE $115,313

Georgetown, DE $115,313 Greenwood, DE $115,313 Harbeson, DE $115,313 Harrington, DE $115,313 Hartly, DE $113,586 Houston, DE $115,313 Kenton, DE $113,641 Laurel, DE $114,103

Yorklyn, DE $112,981

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

Understanding how an Entry Level 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 March 01, 2026

$101,132

Average $111,418/year

$119,974

$8,428

Average $9,285/month

$9,998

$1,945

Average $2,143/week

$2,307

$49

Average $54/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,974	$9,998	$2,307	$58
Average	$111,418	$9,285	$2,143	$54
25th Percentile	$101,132	$8,428	$1,945	$49

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