Senior Hardware Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 54 certified filings
$132,533Avg. Salary
$96,500Minimum
$225,250Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Senior Hardware Engineer is $132,533 — 9% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 54 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Senior Hardware Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Senior Hardware Engineer is $132,533 based on 54 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $96,500 to $225,250.
$132,533
Average
$96,500
Minimum
$225,250
Maximum
54
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Senior Hardware Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. | $119,534 | 30 |
| General Motors | $134,032 | 7 |
| Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. | $129,300 | 3 |
Section 2
Senior Hardware Engineer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara, CA | $151,320 | 5 |
| Warren, MI | $134,054 | 6 |
| San Diego, CA | $120,836 | 27 |
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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.