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

A Junior Embedded Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $116,644 for beginners, reaching about $118,367 at mid-level, and approach $123,908 for experts.

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

Junior Embedded Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Junior Embedded Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $130,670, California $130,174, Massachusetts $128,439. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Junior Embedded Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineer VI: $220,058; Embedded Software Engineer V: $160,593; Embedded Software Engineer Lead: $150,077; Senior Embedded Software Engineer: $145,717; Embedded Software Engineer IV: $141,490.

Junior Embedded Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Embedded Software Engineer in Delaware is $119,517 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,696
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,243 to $126,415
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,710

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Junior Embedded Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,415	$10,535	$2,431	$61
Average	$119,517	$9,960	$2,298	$57
25th Percentile	$111,243	$9,270	$2,139	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Junior Embedded Software Engineer Salaries

A Junior 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 Junior Embedded Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior 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): $116,644
Early Career (1-2 years): $117,218
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,367
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $121,400
Expert (over 8 years): $123,908

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Junior Embedded Software Engineer	$116,644
Intermediate Level Junior Embedded Software Engineer	$117,218
Senior Level Junior Embedded Software Engineer	$118,367
Specialist Level Junior Embedded Software Engineer	$121,400
Expert Level Junior Embedded Software Engineer	$123,908

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

District of Columbia: $130,670.
California: $130,174.
Massachusetts: $128,439.

District of Columbia $130,670 California $130,174 Massachusetts $128,439 Washington $127,967 New Jersey $127,920 Alaska $127,754 Connecticut $126,126 New York $125,465

Hawaii $123,352 Rhode Island $122,361 Maryland $121,688 Minnesota $120,768 Colorado $120,414 Illinois $120,296 Oregon $119,847 Delaware $119,517

New Hampshire $119,309 Virginia $118,844 Pennsylvania $117,487 Nevada $116,802 North Dakota $116,578 Michigan $116,224 Wisconsin $116,094 Vermont $115,835

Texas $115,115 Maine $115,068 Arizona $114,997 Ohio $114,914 Georgia $113,828 Indiana $113,285 Wyoming $113,179 Utah $113,014

Iowa $112,943 Kansas $112,377 Louisiana $112,212 North Carolina $112,153 Missouri $112,129 Florida $111,669 Montana $111,421 Nebraska $111,185

Kentucky $111,055 South Carolina $110,583 Tennessee $110,288 Idaho $110,170 New Mexico $109,308 Oklahoma $109,119 Alabama $108,423 South Dakota $107,255

Arkansas $106,617 West Virginia $106,275 Mississippi $105,248

Top Paying Cities for Junior 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: $123,695
Little Creek: $122,550
Magnolia: $123,057

Lincoln, DE $123,695 Little Creek, DE $122,550 Magnolia, DE $123,057 Milford, DE $123,695 Marydel, DE $122,090 Millsboro, DE $123,695 Millville, DE $124,521 Milton, DE $123,695

Nassau, DE $123,695 Ocean View, DE $124,521 Rehoboth Beach, DE $124,521 Seaford, DE $122,396 Selbyville, DE $124,521 Smyrna, DE $121,948 Viola, DE $123,057 Woodside, DE $122,703

Bear, DE $121,051 Newark, DE $121,098 Claymont, DE $121,193 Delaware City, DE $121,098 Hockessin, DE $121,193 Kirkwood, DE $121,098 Middletown, DE $121,700 Montchanin, DE $121,193

New Castle, DE $121,193 Odessa, DE $121,865 Port Penn, DE $120,768 Rockland, DE $121,193 Saint Georges, DE $121,098 Townsend, DE $121,688 Winterthur, DE $121,193 Lewes, DE $123,695

Wilmington, DE $121,193 Dover, DE $122,491 Dover Afb, DE $122,774 Bethany Beach, DE $124,521 Bethel, DE $122,396 Bridgeville, DE $123,695 Camden Wyoming, DE $122,621 Cheswold, DE $122,208

Clayton, DE $121,901 Dagsboro, DE $124,521 Delmar, DE $122,396 Ellendale, DE $123,695 Felton, DE $123,695 Fenwick Island, DE $124,521 Frankford, DE $124,521 Frederica, DE $123,695

Georgetown, DE $123,695 Greenwood, DE $123,695 Harbeson, DE $123,695 Harrington, DE $123,695 Hartly, DE $121,842 Houston, DE $123,695 Kenton, DE $121,901 Laurel, DE $122,396

Yorklyn, DE $121,193

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

Understanding how a Junior 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 January 01, 2026

$111,243

Average $119,517/year

$126,415

$9,270

Average $9,960/month

$10,535

$2,139

Average $2,298/week

$2,431

$53

Average $57/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,415	$10,535	$2,431	$61
Average	$119,517	$9,960	$2,298	$57
25th Percentile	$111,243	$9,270	$2,139	$53

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