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Embedded Systems Developer: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
How much does Embedded Systems Developer make?
Total pay range
$125K - $204K/yr
$158K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$95K - $149K/yrBase pay
$29K - $55K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 202516 Salaries submitted
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Frequently asked questions about Embedded Systems Developer salaries
The average salary for Embedded Systems Developer is $158,176 per year or $76 per hour, with top earners making up to $253,681 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $124,527 (25th percentile) to $203,673 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 16 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Embedded Systems Developer employees.
The highest salary for Embedded Systems Developer is $203,673 per year, $16,973 per month or $98 per hour.
The lowest salary for Embedded Systems Developer is $124,527 per year, $10,377 per month or $60 per hour.
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