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How much does Firmware Engineer make?
Total pay range
$140K - $202K/yr
$167K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$113K - $152K/yrBase pay
$27K - $50K/yrAdditional pay
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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.
Firmware Engineer salary in US
A Firmware Engineer salary range in US can vary based on important factors such as education, skills, certifications, and years of experience. A Firmware Engineer in US can expect to see an entry level salary range of $85,112 to $164,345 per year, based on 4,408 salary contributions. At the highest seniority level, an experienced Firmware Engineer in US can make a salary range of $85,112 to $164,345 with at least 5 years of experience, based on 4,408 salary contributions. The top 3 companies in US where a Firmware Engineer gets the highest compensation are Becton Dickinson and Company, Raytheon Intelligence & Space and Meta. Bigger companies typically pay 13.95% more than smaller companies for a Firmware Engineer.
Recent salaries shared by Firmware Engineer
50 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
Firmware Engineer
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1-3 years
$115K/yr
($107K • $8K)
Salt Lake City, UT
submitted on May 23, 2026
$115K/yr
$107K • $8K
Firmware Engineer
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4-6 years
$110K/yr
($110K • $0)
Hinesburg, VT
submitted on May 15, 2026
$110K/yr
$110K • $0
Firmware Engineer
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4-6 years
$127K/yr
($112K • $15K)
Boston, MA
submitted on May 14, 2026
$127K/yr
$112K • $15K
Firmware Engineer
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4-6 years
$114K/yr
($114K • $0)
Melville, NY
submitted on May 6, 2026
$114K/yr
$114K • $0
Firmware Engineer
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4-6 years
$88K/yr
($88K • $0)
Andover, MA
submitted on Apr 27, 2026
$88K/yr
$88K • $0
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Firmware Engineer
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4-6 years
$96K/yr
($88K • $8K)
Southfield, MI
submitted on Apr 17, 2026
$96K/yr
$88K • $8K
Firmware Engineer
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1-3 years
$172K - $199K/yr
Costa Mesa, CA
submitted on Apr 10, 2026
$172K - $199K/yr
Firmware Engineer
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4-6 years
$139K - $162K/yr
San Jose, CA
submitted on Apr 9, 2026
$139K - $162K/yr
Firmware Engineer
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4-6 years
$86K/yr
($86K • $0)
Boise, ID
submitted on Apr 5, 2026
$86K/yr
$86K • $0
Firmware Engineer
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1-3 years
$95K - $111K/yr
Raleigh, NC
submitted on Apr 1, 2026
$95K - $111K/yr
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Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Firmware Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $151,593, Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $145,775, Retail & Wholesale with a median total pay of $145,315, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $145,063, and Healthcare with a median total pay of $138,193.
Information Technology
Top paying companies in Information Technology for Firmware Engineer are Google, Meta, and Apple.
Frequently asked questions about Firmware Engineer salaries
The average salary for Firmware Engineer is $166,895 per year or $80 per hour, with top earners making up to $239,557 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $139,785 (25th percentile) to $202,311 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 3666 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Firmware Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Firmware Engineer is $202,311 per year, $16,859 per month or $97 per hour.
The lowest salary for Firmware Engineer is $139,785 per year, $11,649 per month or $67 per hour.