As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Dothan, AL is $78,323, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,506 weekly, or $6,527 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 Dothan, AL vary widely, spanning from $65,641 to $90,525. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,684) and 75th percentile ($84,710), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,525 per year. This $13,026 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, Dothan Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 6.5% lower than national averages. However, Dothan currently ranks 804 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 $65,641 Dothan, AL May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $71,684 Dothan, AL May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $78,323 Dothan, AL May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $84,710 Dothan, AL May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $90,525 Dothan, AL May 01, 2026
25% $71,684 10% $65,641 90% $90,525 75% $84,710 $78,323 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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    Software Systems Developer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Dothan, Alabama    Dothan /ˈdoʊθən/ is a city in Dale, Henry, and Houston counties in the U.S. state of Alabama. It is the county seat of Houston County and the seventh ....More

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