Salary guide / Stream 08 of 09
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Embedded Systems Engineer

Develops firmware and low-level software for semiconductor devices — BSP, device drivers, RTOS, and hardware-software co-design

Career range₹4–55 LPA
YoY growth▲ 10-12%
Hot citiesBangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Noida
Salary bands — ₹ LPA, 0→80 axis
Fresher 0–2y
₹4–9
Mid 3–5y
₹9–18
Senior 6–10y
₹18–35
Staff 10y+
₹30–55
₹0204060₹80 LPA
Skills that move the band
C/C++RTOSLinux KernelDevice DriversARM ArchitectureRISC-VHardware Debugging
Top employers

Qualcomm · Intel · Texas Instruments · NXP · STMicroelectronics · Renesas

Market note. Semiconductor-context embedded roles pay 15-20% more than generic embedded jobs. RISC-V adoption is creating new demand. Automotive semiconductor (NXP, TI, Infineon) is a fast-growing segment in India. Pune and Bangalore lead in embedded semiconductor hiring.

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Career path
Embedded Engineer→Senior Embedded→Lead Firmware→Embedded Architect→VP of Embedded Software
Adjacent roles
FPGA EngineerSoC Design EngineerCAD/EDA Engineer
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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary of a Embedded Systems Engineer in India?+

Embedded Systems Engineer salaries in India range from ₹4–9 LPA for freshers (0-2 years) to ₹30–55 LPA at staff level (10+ years). Mid-career engineers (3-5 years) earn ₹9–18 LPA and senior engineers (6-10 years) earn ₹18–35 LPA. Product companies like Qualcomm, Intel, Texas Instruments pay at the top of these bands.

Which cities pay the most for Embedded Systems Engineer roles?+

The top hiring cities for Embedded Systems Engineer roles in India are Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Noida. Bangalore typically commands a 15-20% premium over other cities. Demand for this specialisation is high, growing 10-12% year over year.