As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Indianapolis, IN is $88,758, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,707 weekly, or $7,397 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 Indianapolis, IN vary widely, spanning from $74,386 to $102,587. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,236) and 75th percentile ($95,997), while top earners (90th percentile) make $102,587 per year. This $14,761 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, Indianapolis Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Indianapolis currently ranks 451 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 $74,386 Indianapolis, IN May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $81,236 Indianapolis, IN May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $88,758 Indianapolis, IN May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $95,997 Indianapolis, IN May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $102,587 Indianapolis, IN 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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