As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Phoenix, AZ is $90,121, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,733 weekly, or $7,510 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 Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $75,524 to $104,162. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,480) and 75th percentile ($97,470), while top earners (90th percentile) make $104,162 per year. This $14,990 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, Phoenix Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 391 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 $75,524 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $82,480 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $90,121 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $97,470 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $104,162 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

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