As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Alameda, CA is $111,480, equivalent to $54 per hour, $2,144 weekly, or $9,290 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Embedded Systems Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Embedded Systems Engineer in Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $93,429 to $128,848. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($102,031) and 75th percentile ($120,571), while top earners (90th percentile) make $128,848 per year. This $18,540 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Risk Management or Operating System, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alameda Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 10.8% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Embedded Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $93,429 Alameda, CA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $102,031 Alameda, CA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $111,480 Alameda, CA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $120,571 Alameda, CA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $128,848 Alameda, CA May 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

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