Hardware Development Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 25 certified filings
$163,459Avg. Salary
$102,000Minimum
$329,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Hardware Development Engineer is $163,459 — 35% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 25 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Hardware Development Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Hardware Development Engineer is $163,459 based on 25 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $102,000 to $329,000.
$163,459
Average
$102,000
Minimum
$329,000
Maximum
25
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Hardware Development Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Inc. | $158,593 | 11 |
| Waymo LLC | $264,333 | 3 |
Section 2
Hardware Development Engineer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Cupertino, CA | $171,576 | 5 |
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Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.