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: starting around $106,943 for beginners, reaching about $110,773 at mid-level, and approach $114,796 for experts.

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 $121,110, California $120,651, Massachusetts $119,043. 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 Engineer VI: $220,058; Embedded Software Engineering Director: $212,213; Embedded Software Engineer V: $160,593; Embedded Software Engineering Manager: $153,587; Embedded Software Engineering Supervisor: $151,595.

Embedded Systems Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embedded Systems Software Engineer in Delaware is $110,773 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): $128,191
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,343 to $119,891
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,757

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Embedded Systems Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,891	$9,991	$2,306	$58
Average	$110,773	$9,231	$2,130	$53
25th Percentile	$101,343	$8,445	$1,949	$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): $106,943
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,230
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,773
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,527
Expert (over 8 years): $114,796

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Embedded Systems Software Engineer	$106,943
Intermediate Level Embedded Systems Software Engineer	$107,230
Senior Level Embedded Systems Software Engineer	$110,773
Specialist Level Embedded Systems Software Engineer	$114,527
Expert Level Embedded Systems Software Engineer	$114,796

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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: $121,110.
California: $120,651.
Massachusetts: $119,043.

District of Columbia $121,110 California $120,651 Massachusetts $119,043 Washington $118,605 New Jersey $118,561 Alaska $118,408 Connecticut $116,899 New York $116,286

Hawaii $114,328 Rhode Island $113,409 Maryland $112,786 Minnesota $111,933 Colorado $111,604 Illinois $111,495 Oregon $111,079 Delaware $110,773

New Hampshire $110,581 Virginia $110,150 Pennsylvania $108,892 Nevada $108,257 North Dakota $108,050 Michigan $107,721 Wisconsin $107,601 Vermont $107,360

Texas $106,693 Maine $106,649 Arizona $106,584 Ohio $106,507 Georgia $105,501 Indiana $104,998 Wyoming $104,899 Utah $104,746

Iowa $104,680 Kansas $104,155 Louisiana $104,002 North Carolina $103,948 Missouri $103,926 Florida $103,499 Montana $103,269 Nebraska $103,051

Kentucky $102,930 South Carolina $102,493 Tennessee $102,219 Idaho $102,110 New Mexico $101,311 Oklahoma $101,136 Alabama $100,491 South Dakota $99,408

Arkansas $98,818 West Virginia $98,500 Mississippi $97,549

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: $114,645
Little Creek: $113,584
Magnolia: $114,055

Lincoln, DE $114,645 Little Creek, DE $113,584 Magnolia, DE $114,055 Milford, DE $114,645 Marydel, DE $113,158 Millsboro, DE $114,645 Millville, DE $115,411 Milton, DE $114,645

Nassau, DE $114,645 Ocean View, DE $115,411 Rehoboth Beach, DE $115,411 Seaford, DE $113,442 Selbyville, DE $115,411 Smyrna, DE $113,026 Viola, DE $114,055 Woodside, DE $113,727

Bear, DE $112,195 Newark, DE $112,239 Claymont, DE $112,326 Delaware City, DE $112,239 Hockessin, DE $112,326 Kirkwood, DE $112,239 Middletown, DE $112,797 Montchanin, DE $112,326

New Castle, DE $112,326 Odessa, DE $112,950 Port Penn, DE $111,933 Rockland, DE $112,326 Saint Georges, DE $112,239 Townsend, DE $112,786 Winterthur, DE $112,326 Lewes, DE $114,645

Wilmington, DE $112,326 Dover, DE $113,530 Dover Afb, DE $113,792 Bethany Beach, DE $115,411 Bethel, DE $113,442 Bridgeville, DE $114,645 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,650 Cheswold, DE $113,267

Clayton, DE $112,983 Dagsboro, DE $115,411 Delmar, DE $113,442 Ellendale, DE $114,645 Felton, DE $114,645 Fenwick Island, DE $115,411 Frankford, DE $115,411 Frederica, DE $114,645

Georgetown, DE $114,645 Greenwood, DE $114,645 Harbeson, DE $114,645 Harrington, DE $114,645 Hartly, DE $112,928 Houston, DE $114,645 Kenton, DE $112,983 Laurel, DE $113,442

Yorklyn, DE $112,326

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$101,343

Average $110,773/year

$119,891

$8,445

Average $9,231/month

$9,991

$1,949

Average $2,130/week

$2,306

$49

Average $53/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,891	$9,991	$2,306	$58
Average	$110,773	$9,231	$2,130	$53
25th Percentile	$101,343	$8,445	$1,949	$49

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