First Solar employees working as Development Engineer II in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 7 ratings. This is 19% higher than the average of Development Engineer II professionals at First Solar worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Development Engineer II ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $0 per year (estimate) and goes up to $0 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Development Engineer II at First Solar is $154,775 per year or $74 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $226,096 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $128,219 (25th percentile) and $189,403 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 27 salaries submitted by First Solar Development Engineer II professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Development Engineer II professionals typically earn between $62 and $91 per hour.
Development Engineer II professionals typically earn between $10,685 and $15,784 monthly.