As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Burlington, NC is $84,702, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,629 weekly, or $7,059 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 Burlington, NC vary widely, spanning from $70,987 to $97,898. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,523) and 75th percentile ($91,609), while top earners (90th percentile) make $97,898 per year. This $14,086 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, Burlington Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Burlington currently ranks 654 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 $70,987 Burlington, NC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $77,523 Burlington, NC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $84,702 Burlington, NC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $91,609 Burlington, NC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $97,898 Burlington, NC May 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Burlington, North Carolina    Burlington is a city in Alamance and Guilford counties in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It is the principal city of the Burlington, North Carolina....More

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