As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Alamo, CA is $111,139, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,137 weekly, or $9,262 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Embedded Systems Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Embedded Systems Engineer in Alamo, CA vary widely, spanning from $93,134 to $128,465. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($101,714) and 75th percentile ($120,208), while top earners (90th percentile) make $128,465 per year. This $18,494 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, Alamo Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 10.5% 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 $93,134 Alamo, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $101,714 Alamo, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $111,139 Alamo, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $120,208 Alamo, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $128,465 Alamo, CA April 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Alamo, California    Alamo is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Contra Costa County, California, in the United States. It is a suburb locate....More

Alamo, California  area prices were up 4.5% from a year ago

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