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Hardware Engineer

San Francisco, CA

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Hardware Engineer Salary in San Francisco, CA

$260,000

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$196K

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$360K

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$470K

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The average Hardware Engineer salary range in San Francisco, CA is from $196,000 to $360,000. View Hardware Engineer salaries across top companies broken down by base pay, stock, and bonus. Last updated: 1/25/2025

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  1. Broadcom Icon

    Broadcom

    $501,000
  2. Facebook Icon

    Facebook

    $440,000
  3. Google Icon

    Google

    $355,000
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I have been working for the same company for 6 years. 30 years old. Base comp 112k, told that I should be Senior engineer level.
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I have little understanding of how the negotiation process works—how to determine if there's room for negotiation and when it's appropriate to do.


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FAQ

  1. What is the salary of a Hardware Engineer in San Francisco, CA?

    The average total compensation of a Hardware Engineer in San Francisco, CA is $260,000.

  2. What is the minimum salary of a Hardware Engineer in San Francisco, CA?

    While there is no minimum salary for a Hardware Engineer in San Francisco, CA, the average total compensation is $260,000.

  3. What company pays the most for a Hardware Engineer in San Francisco, CA?

    The highest paying company for a Hardware Engineer in San Francisco, CA is Broadcom with an average total compensation of $501,000.

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