How much does Lead Embedded Software Engineer make?
Total pay range
$160K - $251K/yr
$199K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$124K - $185K/yrBase pay
$36K - $66K/yrAdditional pay
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The average salary for Lead Embedded Software Engineer is $198,793 per year or $96 per hour, with top earners making up to $307,346 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $159,720 (25th percentile) to $250,945 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 42 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Lead Embedded Software Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Lead Embedded Software Engineer is $250,945 per year, $20,912 per month or $121 per hour.
The lowest salary for Lead Embedded Software Engineer is $159,720 per year, $13,310 per month or $77 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Lead Embedded Software Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $159,108 per year (estimate) and goes up to $253,597 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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The top 2 paying industries for Lead Embedded Software Engineer in United States are Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $140,627 and Manufacturing with a median total pay of $124,670.
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The top paying company in Aerospace & Defense for Lead Embedded Software Engineer is GE Aerospace.
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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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