As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Charlotte, NC is $88,165, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,695 weekly, or $7,347 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 Charlotte, NC vary widely, spanning from $73,890 to $101,901. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($80,693) and 75th percentile ($95,355), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,901 per year. This $14,662 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, Charlotte Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 1.7% lower than national averages. However, Charlotte currently ranks 482 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 $73,890 Charlotte, NC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $80,693 Charlotte, NC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $88,165 Charlotte, NC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $95,355 Charlotte, NC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $101,901 Charlotte, NC May 01, 2026
25% $80,693 10% $73,890 90% $101,901 75% $95,355 $88,165 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Charlotte, North Carolina    Charlotte (/ˈʃɑːrlət/) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg Co....More

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