As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Tampa, FL is $86,464, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,663 weekly, or $7,205 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 Tampa, FL vary widely, spanning from $72,452 to $99,928. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($79,129) and 75th percentile ($93,511), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,928 per year. This $14,382 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, Tampa Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Tampa currently ranks 568 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 $72,452 Tampa, FL June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $79,129 Tampa, FL June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $86,464 Tampa, FL June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $93,511 Tampa, FL June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $99,928 Tampa, FL June 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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