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Senior Hardware Design Engineer

Average Senior Hardware Design Engineer with System Architecture Skills Salary in San Jose, California

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$152,296
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$67k
MEDIAN
$152k
90%
$194k

The average salary for a Senior Hardware Design Engineer is $152,296 in 2025

Base Salary
$67k - $194k
Bonus
$11k - $25k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $8k
Total Pay
$67k - $196k
Based on 13 salary profiles (last updated May 28 2019)
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Hardware Design Engineer

Medical
92%
Dental
92%
Vision
77%
None
8%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Hardware Design Engineers

Male
85.7%
Female
14.3%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Senior Hardware Design Engineers

What is the highest pay for Senior Hardware Design Engineers in San Jose?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Hardware Design Engineer in San Jose is $194k / year

What is the lowest pay for Senior Hardware Design Engineers in San Jose?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Hardware Design Engineer in San Jose is $67k / year

How can Senior Hardware Design Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Hardware Design Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Hardware Design Engineer that oversees more junior Senior Hardware Design Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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