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Mid-Level Embedded Systems Engineer Salary in Boston (2026)

Updated July 20266 min readSources: BLS OES 2024, Levels.fyi 2024, JFR job feed

Mid-Level Embedded Systems Engineers in Boston earn a median base salary of $235K per year, based on 5,000 verified data points. This guide covers salary ranges, total comp, and negotiation tactics specific to the mid-level level in 2026.

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Verified — 2026 · Mid-Level Level
Embedded Systems Engineer · Boston
0% YoY
25th Percentile
$185K
Walk-away floor
Median (50th)
$235K
Market midpoint
75th Percentile
$298K
Realistic ceiling
Sources: BLS OES 2024, Levels.fyi 2024, JFR job feed·Sample: 5,000 data points

Embedded Systems Engineer salary by level in Boston

See how mid-level-level pay compares to other seniority bands for the same role and location.

LevelApprox. Median Base
Junior$165K
Mid-LevelThis guide$235K
Senior$317K
Staff$388K
Principal$447K

* Figures are approximate estimates relative to the mid-level-level verified data above.

What does a Mid-Level Embedded Systems Engineer earn in Boston in 2026?

The median base salary for a Mid-Level Embedded Systems Engineer in Boston is $235K per year, with the 25th–75th percentile range spanning $185K$298K. Total annual compensation — including bonuses and equity — typically reaches $274K at the median for mid-level-level engineers.

At the mid-level level, engineers are working independently and delivering end-to-end features. Compensation has moved meaningfully above junior levels, and further progression to senior typically comes within 2–4 years for high performers.

To negotiate effectively, open at $273K — the 65th percentile for this level and location — which gives you room to settle above median while appearing reasonable. Know your walk-away floor: $185K.

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Top-paying companies for Mid-Level Embedded Systems Engineers in Boston

CompanyMedian Base
Google$252K
Meta$245K
Apple$232K
Netflix$385K
Stripe$255K

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