As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Stamford, CT is $103,474, equivalent to $50 per hour, $1,990 weekly, or $8,623 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 Stamford, CT vary widely, spanning from $86,707 to $119,591. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($94,697) and 75th percentile ($111,910), while top earners (90th percentile) make $119,591 per year. This $17,213 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, Stamford Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 6.1% higher than national averages. However, Stamford currently ranks 26 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 $86,707 Stamford, CT September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $94,697 Stamford, CT September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $103,474 Stamford, CT September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $111,910 Stamford, CT September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $119,591 Stamford, CT September 01, 2026
25% $94,697 10% $86,707 90% $119,591 75% $111,910 $103,474 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
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About Stamford, Connecticut    Stamford (/ˈstæmfərd/) is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population of the city is 122,643....More

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