As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Baltimore, MD is $94,058, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,809 weekly, or $7,838 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 Baltimore, MD vary widely, spanning from $78,828 to $108,712. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($86,086) and 75th percentile ($101,729), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,712 per year. This $15,643 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, Baltimore Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Baltimore currently ranks 262 statewide for Embedded Systems Engineer job salary. 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 $78,828 Baltimore, MD May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $86,086 Baltimore, MD May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $94,058 Baltimore, MD May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $101,729 Baltimore, MD May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $108,712 Baltimore, MD May 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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