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Remote Hardware Engineer Salary – updated September 2026

The average salary for remote hardware engineer is $95,000 per year. This is based on data from 53 job openings.

Where do you get the data from?

Data is based on 53 job openings.

How much does a Hardware Engineer make?

The salary range for hardware engineer is anywhere between $60,000 to $180,000 per year.

Can you provide a breakdown of salary data by years of experience?

Below is a breakdown of salary data by years of experience:

Experience Minimum salary Average salary Maximum salary
Entry Level Hardware Engineer (0-1 years) $60,000 $70,000 $80,000
Mid Level Hardware Engineer (2-4 years) $80,000 $95,000 $110,000
Senior Level Hardware Engineer (5-9 years) $110,000 $125,000 $140,000
Lead Level Hardware Engineer (10+ years) $140,000 $160,000 $180,000
* Data is based on 53 job openings.

What is the salary range for remote Entry-Level Hardware Engineer?

The salary range for entry-level hardware engineer is between $60,000 and $80,000 per year.

What is the salary range for remote Senior-Level Hardware Engineer?

The salary range for senior-level hardware engineer is between $110,000 and $140,000 per year.

Can Hardware Engineer be fully remote?

Yes, Hardware Engineer positions can be fully remote. Companies such as PIC/MER, Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc., Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc. are hiring remotely for Hardware Engineer. Check out the latest remote Hardware Engineer job openings below.

Are there any remote job openings for Hardware Engineer?

Yes, there are 53 remote job openings:

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The Electronic Hardware Engineer will own the full lifecycle of PCB design, from schematic capture and layout to validation and production support. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop safety-critical control systems for small modular nuclear reactors.

Senior Electrical / Hardware Engineer

United States 10+ yrs exp Software Development Hardware Engineer

The role involves identifying and resolving electronic component obsolescence issues through DMSMS assessments and FPGA-based hardware redesigns. You will support the sustainment and modernization of safety-critical avionics by developing qualified replacement components and ensuring compliance with certification standards.

Hardware Engineer — Turkish Market 🇹🇷

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria +5 more 2-5 yrs exp Software Development Hardware Engineer

Design, develop, and test hardware solutions, supporting prototyping, validation, and production readiness. Serve as the technical liaison for Turkish-speaking clients and stakeholders, attend project meetings, travel as needed, and provide actionable documentation and recommendations.

Staff Engineer, Hardware Design

United States 10+ yrs exp Software Development

The Staff Engineer will lead the physical design and layout of complex, high-density multi-layer PCBs from schematic capture through to manufacturing. They will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure designs meet strict signal integrity, thermal, and mechanical constraints.

Senior FPGA Hardware Engineer

United States $90846 - $168K per year 5-10 yrs exp Software Development Hardware Engineer

The candidate will design and implement complex FPGA solutions, including developing Verilog/System Verilog code and performing simulation, synthesis, and validation. They will also collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate designs into larger system architectures and mentor junior staff.

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