What are the main factors that influence an Embedded Systems Software Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Embedded Systems Software Engineer's salary?

An Embedded Systems Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Software Systems Developer I (0-2 years)earns $80,131, a Embedded Systems Software Engineer (2-4 years)earns $110,116, a Software Systems Developer III (4-7 years)earns $129,207, a Software Systems Developer IV (7+ years)earns $143,696, a Software Systems Developer V (7-10 years)earns $166,557,

What are the highest paying states for an Embedded Systems Software Engineer?

Embedded Systems Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Embedded Systems Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $121,129, California $120,669, Massachusetts $119,061. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Embedded Systems Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Embedded Systems Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineering Director: $212,232; Embedded Software Engineer VI: $193,727; Embedded Software Engineer V: $160,565; Embedded Software Engineering Manager: $153,567; Embedded Software Engineer IV: $141,496.

Embedded Systems Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Embedded Systems Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embedded Systems Software Engineer in Delaware is $110,790 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, an Embedded Systems Software Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,323
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,386 to $119,967
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,825

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Embedded Systems Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,967	$9,997	$2,307	$58
Average	$110,790	$9,233	$2,131	$53
25th Percentile	$101,386	$8,449	$1,950	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Embedded Systems Software Engineer Salaries

An Embedded Systems Software Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Embedded Systems Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Embedded Systems Software Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $80,131
Early Career (1-2 years): $110,116
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $129,207
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,696
Expert (over 8 years): $166,557

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Embedded Systems Software Engineer	$80,131
Embedded ... Level Embedded Systems Software Engineer	$110,116
Software ... Level Embedded Systems Software Engineer	$129,207
Software ... Level Embedded Systems Software Engineer	$143,696
Software ... Level Embedded Systems Software Engineer	$166,557

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How Do Embedded Systems Software Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Embedded Systems Software Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $121,129.
California: $120,669.
Massachusetts: $119,061.

District of Columbia $121,129 California $120,669 Massachusetts $119,061 Washington $118,624 New Jersey $118,580 Alaska $118,427 Connecticut $116,917 New York $116,304

Hawaii $114,346 Rhode Island $113,427 Maryland $112,803 Minnesota $111,950 Colorado $111,622 Illinois $111,512 Oregon $111,097 Delaware $110,790

New Hampshire $110,598 Virginia $110,167 Pennsylvania $108,909 Nevada $108,274 North Dakota $108,066 Michigan $107,738 Wisconsin $107,618 Vermont $107,377

Texas $106,710 Maine $106,666 Arizona $106,600 Ohio $106,524 Georgia $105,517 Indiana $105,014 Wyoming $104,916 Utah $104,762

Iowa $104,697 Kansas $104,172 Louisiana $104,018 North Carolina $103,964 Missouri $103,942 Florida $103,515 Montana $103,285 Nebraska $103,067

Kentucky $102,946 South Carolina $102,509 Tennessee $102,235 Idaho $102,126 New Mexico $101,327 Oklahoma $101,152 Alabama $100,507 South Dakota $99,424

Arkansas $98,833 West Virginia $98,516 Mississippi $97,564

Top Paying Cities for Embedded Systems Software Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $110,292
Little Creek: $111,099
Magnolia: $110,939

Lincoln, DE $110,292 Little Creek, DE $111,099 Magnolia, DE $110,939 Milford, DE $110,572 Marydel, DE $110,753 Millsboro, DE $109,829 Millville, DE $109,998 Milton, DE $110,189

Nassau, DE $110,269 Ocean View, DE $109,980 Rehoboth Beach, DE $110,191 Seaford, DE $110,253 Selbyville, DE $109,797 Smyrna, DE $111,175 Viola, DE $110,663 Woodside, DE $110,961

Bear, DE $110,705 Newark, DE $110,663 Claymont, DE $110,890 Delaware City, DE $110,774 Hockessin, DE $110,654 Kirkwood, DE $110,753 Middletown, DE $110,796 Montchanin, DE $110,679

New Castle, DE $110,695 Odessa, DE $110,851 Port Penn, DE $110,925 Rockland, DE $110,690 Saint Georges, DE $110,761 Townsend, DE $110,932 Winterthur, DE $110,703 Lewes, DE $110,231

Wilmington, DE $110,659 Dover, DE $111,099 Dover Afb, DE $110,514 Bethany Beach, DE $109,864 Bethel, DE $109,978 Bridgeville, DE $110,237 Camden Wyoming, DE $110,786 Cheswold, DE $111,063

Clayton, DE $111,066 Dagsboro, DE $109,787 Delmar, DE $109,611 Ellendale, DE $109,944 Felton, DE $110,563 Fenwick Island, DE $109,811 Frankford, DE $109,620 Frederica, DE $110,672

Georgetown, DE $109,746 Greenwood, DE $110,254 Harbeson, DE $109,863 Harrington, DE $110,423 Hartly, DE $110,766 Houston, DE $110,265 Kenton, DE $111,072 Laurel, DE $109,680

Yorklyn, DE $110,686

Embedded Systems Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Embedded Systems Software Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$101,386

Average $110,790/year

$119,967

$8,449

Average $9,233/month

$9,997

$1,950

Average $2,131/week

$2,307

$49

Average $53/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,967	$9,997	$2,307	$58
Average	$110,790	$9,233	$2,131	$53
25th Percentile	$101,386	$8,449	$1,950	$49

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