As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Rochester, NY is $89,479, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,721 weekly, or $7,457 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 Rochester, NY vary widely, spanning from $74,990 to $103,420. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,895) and 75th percentile ($96,776), while top earners (90th percentile) make $103,420 per year. This $14,881 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, Rochester Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 7.7% lower than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 415 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 $74,990 Rochester, NY May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $81,895 Rochester, NY May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $89,479 Rochester, NY May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $96,776 Rochester, NY May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $103,420 Rochester, NY 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
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