Manage the lifecycle and firmware updates of server hardware while troubleshooting infrastructure and connectivity issues. Collaborate with DevOps and network teams to standardize hardware configurations and support bare metal server provisioning.
Remote Hardware Engineer Salary – updated August 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 Mayflower, Nexthop Systems Inc, Fresh Consulting 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:
The role involves designing and developing critical hardware components such as Ethernet switches, CPU subsystems, memory, and networking interfaces from concept through production. This includes performing system-level analysis, simulation, validation, and testing while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.
Staff Hardware Engineer (Secure Compute Systems)
Fresh Consulting
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Full Time
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5 Days Ago
Fresh Consulting
Design and deliver hardware-based products for post-quantum cryptography and orbital compute systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage power, thermal, and physical envelope requirements while ensuring manufacturability and reliability.
Lead Hardware Engineer - Remote
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
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Full Time
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6 Days Ago
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Lead the design and development of complex electrical boards and custom form-factor systems for defense applications. Provide technical leadership across the full hardware lifecycle, including requirements translation, testing, and cross-functional team collaboration.
Senior Hardware Engineer - Remote
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
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Full Time
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6 Days Ago
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Design and develop complex electrical boards including SBC, FPGA, and switch cards in 3U and 6U VPX form factors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support hardware verification, qualification, and production activities throughout the development lifecycle.
Senior Hardware Engineer - Remote
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
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Full Time
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6 Days Ago
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and develop complex 3U and 6U VPX hardware, including SBC, FPGA, and I/O cards. Support the entire development lifecycle from system requirements translation to hardware verification, qualification, and production.
Principal Hardware Engineer - Remote
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
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Full Time
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6 Days Ago
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Lead the design and development of complex electrical boards and custom form-factor systems including SBC, FPGA, and switch cards for defense applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate requirements into functional designs while providing technical leadership and improving product performance.
Design, develop, and optimize firmware for embedded IoT systems while collaborating with hardware teams to ensure mission-critical performance. Manage firmware integration, debugging, and testing across various communication protocols and ruggedized environments.
Senior Electrical / Hardware Engineer
Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.
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Full Time
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1 Week Ago
Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.
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.
You will be responsible for defining and implementing chip pad rings, substrate interconnect schemes, and leading the package layout design process. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams including circuit, signal integrity, RTL, and system design engineers to ensure robust electrical package performance.
