First Solar employees working as Development Engineer Technician II in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 3 out of 5 stars, based on 5 ratings. This is 11% higher than the average of Development Engineer Technician II professionals at First Solar worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Development Engineer Technician II ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $65,679 per year (estimate) and goes up to $340,302 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar is $119,766 per year or $58 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $185,316 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $95,991 (25th percentile) and $151,169 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 9 salaries submitted by First Solar Development Engineer Technician II professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Development Engineer Technician II professionals typically earn between $46 and $73 per hour.
Development Engineer Technician II professionals typically earn between $7,999 and $12,597 monthly.