As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Roanoke, VA is $83,568, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,607 weekly, or $6,964 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 Roanoke, VA vary widely, spanning from $70,036 to $96,587. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($76,485) and 75th percentile ($90,383), while top earners (90th percentile) make $96,587 per year. This $13,898 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, Roanoke Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 9.0% lower than national averages. However, Roanoke currently ranks 693 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 $70,036 Roanoke, VA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $76,485 Roanoke, VA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $83,568 Roanoke, VA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $90,383 Roanoke, VA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $96,587 Roanoke, VA May 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Roanoke, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.9 square miles (111.1 km2), of which 42.5 square miles (110.1 km2) is la....More

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