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      How much does Embedded Software Developer make?

      Total pay range
      $120K - $189K/yr
      $150K/yrMedian total pay
      Pay breakdown
      $97K - $146K/yrBase pay
      $23K - $43K/yrAdditional pay

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      Last updated Apr 10, 2025317 Salaries submitted
      How accurate is a total pay range of $120K-$189K/yr?
      Your input helps Glassdoor refine our pay estimates over time.

      Total pay trajectory

      Embedded Software Engineer
      $140K–$214K/yr
      Embedded Software Engineer Staff
      $143K–$216K/yr
      Embedded Software Engineer Manager
      $151K–$234K/yr

      Top paying industries

      The top 3 paying industries for Embedded Software Developer in United States are Manufacturing with a median total pay of $135,570, Information Technology with a median total pay of $134,535 and Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $123,198.

      Manufacturing

      Top paying companies in Manufacturing for Embedded Software Developer are Infinera and Ford Motor Company.
      Salaries for related job titlesEmbedded Software Engineer ($133K)Embedded Systems ($95K)Embedded Test Software Engineer ($123K)Junior Embedded Software Engineer ($150K)

      Frequently asked questions about Embedded Software Developer salaries

      • The average salary for Embedded Software Developer is $149,765 per year or $72 per hour, with top earners making up to $231,689 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $120,100 (25th percentile) to $189,038 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 317 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Embedded Software Developer employees.
      • The highest salary for Embedded Software Developer is $189,038 per year, $15,753 per month or $91 per hour.
      • The lowest salary for Embedded Software Developer is $120,100 per year, $10,008 per month or $58 per hour.
      • The salary trajectory of Embedded Software Developer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $164,677 per year (estimate) and goes up to $252,884 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.

      Recent salaries shared by Embedded Software Developer

      43 salaries

      Job Title | Years of Experience
      Total Pay
      Base • Additional pay
      Location
      Date submitted
      Job Title | Years of Experience
      Location
      Date submitted
      Total Pay
      Base • Additional pay
      Embedded Software Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $82K - $95K/yr
      Atlanta, GA

      submitted on Jul 12, 2021

      $82K - $95K/yr
      Embedded Software Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $78K - $91K/yr
      Atlanta, GA

      submitted on Jul 2, 2021

      $78K - $91K/yr
      Embedded Software Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $76K - $89K/yr
      Dubuque, IA

      submitted on Jun 11, 2021

      $76K - $89K/yr
      Embedded Software Developer
      |
      4-6 years
      $77K/yr
      ($77K • $0)
      Roswell, GA

      submitted on Jun 1, 2021

      $77K/yr
      $77K • $0
      Embedded Software Developer
      |
      4-6 years
      $70K/yr
      ($70K • $0)
      Greene, NY

      submitted on Jun 1, 2021

      $70K/yr
      $70K • $0
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      Embedded Software Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $44K - $52K/yr
      New York, NY

      submitted on May 13, 2021

      $44K - $52K/yr
      Embedded Software Developer
      |
      4-6 years
      $108K - $125K/yr
      Columbia, SC

      submitted on Apr 14, 2021

      $108K - $125K/yr
      Embedded Software Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $61K - $72K/yr
      Knoxville, TN

      submitted on Apr 11, 2021

      $61K - $72K/yr
      Embedded Software Developer
      |
      4-6 years
      $45K - $52K/yr
      New York, NY

      submitted on Feb 5, 2021

      $45K - $52K/yr
      Embedded Software Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $74K - $86K/yr
      Princeton, NJ

      submitted on Nov 9, 2020

      $74K - $86K/yr
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      Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.

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