As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Arlington, AZ is $87,555, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,684 weekly, or $7,296 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 Arlington, AZ vary widely, spanning from $73,374 to $101,196. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($80,132) and 75th percentile ($94,696), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,196 per year. This $14,564 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, Arlington Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 1.5% lower 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 $73,374 Arlington, AZ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $80,132 Arlington, AZ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $87,555 Arlington, AZ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $94,696 Arlington, AZ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $101,196 Arlington, AZ August 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Software Systems Developer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Arlington, Arizona    Arlington is a census-designated place in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States, located about 40 miles west of Phoenix on old U.S 80. It follows th....More

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