How much does an Embedded Systems Engineer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Embedded Systems Engineer in the United States is $89,783. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $79,132 to $96,486, with most professionals earning between $69,434 and $102,589.

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 $69,434 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $79,132 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $89,783 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $96,486 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $102,589 US April 01, 2025
25% $79,132 10% $69,434 90% $102,589 75% $96,486 $89,783 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Software Systems Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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