Embedded Software Developer Salaries
How much does an 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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Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for an Embedded Software Developer in United States are Manufacturing with a median total pay of $135,586, Information Technology with a median total pay of $134,618 and Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $123,294.
Top paying companies in Manufacturing for Embedded Software Developer are Infinera and Ford Motor Company.
Top paying companies in Information Technology for Embedded Software Developer are BlackBerry, Fortinet, and Technodrive.
The top paying company in Human Resources & Staffing for Embedded Software Developer is Technosquare.
Manufacturing
$135,586
Manufacturing
Top paying companies in Manufacturing for Embedded Software Developer are Infinera and Ford Motor Company.
Information Technology
$134,618
Manufacturing
Top paying companies in Manufacturing for Embedded Software Developer are Infinera and Ford Motor Company.
Human Resources & Staffing
$123,294
Manufacturing
Top paying companies in Manufacturing for Embedded Software Developer are Infinera and Ford Motor Company.
Recent salaries shared by Embedded Software Developer
48 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Embedded Software Developer
4-6 years
$120K/yr
$120K • $0
Warren, MI
submitted on Dec 3, 2025
$120K/yr
$120K • $0
Embedded Software Developer
1-3 years
$66K - $76K/yr
Erie, PA
submitted on Nov 15, 2025
$66K - $76K/yr
Embedded Software Developer
1-3 years
$35K/yr
$35K • $0
Ledgewood, NJ
submitted on Jun 19, 2025
$35K/yr
$35K • $0
Embedded Software Developer
15+ years
$126K/yr
$126K • $0
Tampa, FL
submitted on Jun 1, 2025
$126K/yr
$126K • $0
Embedded Software Developer
4-6 years
$139K/yr
$139K • $0
Chicago, IL
submitted on Jun 1, 2025
$139K/yr
$139K • $0
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Embedded Software Developer
1-3 years
$85K - $99K/yr
Framingham, MA
submitted on May 18, 2025
$85K - $99K/yr
Embedded Software Developer
7-9 years
$107K/yr
$107K • $0
Troy, MI
submitted on Feb 18, 2025
$107K/yr
$107K • $0
Embedded Software Developer
7-9 years
$101K/yr
$98K • $3K
Pella, IA
submitted on Jan 26, 2025
$101K/yr
$98K • $3K
Embedded Software Developer
1-3 years
$43K - $50K/yr
Fresno, CA
submitted on Jan 9, 2025
$43K - $50K/yr
Embedded Software Developer
1-3 years
$53K/yr
$53K • $0
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
submitted on Dec 11, 2024
$53K/yr
$53K • $0
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Frequently asked questions about Embedded Software Developer salaries
How much does an Embedded Software Developer in United States make?
The average salary for an Embedded Software Developer is $149,645 per year or $72 per hour in United States, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $231,565 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in United States is between $119,986 (25th percentile) and $188,913 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 322 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Embedded Software Developer employees in United States as of June 2026.
What is the highest salary for an Embedded Software Developer in United States?
The highest salary for an Embedded Software Developer in United States is $188,913 per year, $15,743 per month or $91 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for an Embedded Software Developer in United States?
The lowest salary for an Embedded Software Developer in United States is $119,986 per year, $9,999 per month or $58 per hour.
What is the salary trajectory of an Embedded Software Developer?
The salary trajectory of an Embedded Software Developer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $164,407 per year (estimate) and goes up to $252,625 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.