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How much does Applications Engineering Manager make?
Total pay range
$157K - $246K/yr
$195K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$121K - $178K/yrBase pay
$36K - $68K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025241 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
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.
Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for Applications Engineering Manager in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $322,388, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $239,077 and Financial Services with a median total pay of $185,908.
Information Technology
Top paying companies in Information Technology for Applications Engineering Manager are NVIDIA and Synopsys.
Frequently asked questions about Applications Engineering Manager salaries
The average salary for Applications Engineering Manager is $195,168 per year or $94 per hour, with top earners making up to $300,661 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $157,206 (25th percentile) to $245,922 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 241 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Applications Engineering Manager employees.
The highest salary for Applications Engineering Manager is $245,922 per year, $20,494 per month or $118 per hour.
The lowest salary for Applications Engineering Manager is $157,206 per year, $13,100 per month or $76 per hour.
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