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How much does Computer Systems Engineer make?
Total pay range
$110K - $171K/yr
$137K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$94K - $140K/yrBase pay
$17K - $31K/yrAdditional pay
Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Information Technology?
Overall demand for information technology workers will continue to grow as companies increasingly rely on data and technology. Individual job outlook varies by profession; demand for more specialized jobs, like cybersecurity analysts, is expected to grow significantly, while other jobs are vulnerable to outsourcing. IT jobs, which are particularly well-suited for remote work, usually require higher education or certifications and offer higher than average salaries.
Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Computer Systems Engineer in United States are Financial Services with a median total pay of $134,246, Insurance with a median total pay of $124,761, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $117,332, Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $116,842, and Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $107,534.
Financial Services
The top paying company in Financial Services for Computer Systems Engineer is Hp Infosystems.
Frequently asked questions about Computer Systems Engineer salaries
The average salary for Computer Systems Engineer is $136,820 per year or $66 per hour, with top earners making up to $208,498 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $110,401 (25th percentile) to $171,201 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 4176 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Computer Systems Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Computer Systems Engineer is $171,201 per year, $14,267 per month or $82 per hour.
The lowest salary for Computer Systems Engineer is $110,401 per year, $9,200 per month or $53 per hour.