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Senior Systems Engineer

Average Senior Systems Engineer with Windows Operating System General Use Skills Salary in Boston, Massachusetts

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$103,566
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$91k
MEDIAN
$104k
75%
$133k

The average salary for a Senior Systems Engineer is $103,566 in 2025

Base Salary
$91k - $133k
Bonus
$5k - $23k
Total Pay
$101k - $147k
Based on 8 salary profiles (last updated Jun 20 2017)
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What Do Senior Systems Engineers Do?

Senior Systems Engineer Tasks
  • Oversee the planning, design and implementation of system engineering projects.
  • May be responsible for designing a data contingency plan or data disaster recovery plan.
  • Install, configure and upgrade and enhancements to software/hardware/network systems.
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Systems Engineer

Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
88%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Systems Engineers

Male
87.5%
Female
12.5%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Senior Systems Engineers

What is the highest pay for Senior Systems Engineers in Boston?

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What is the lowest pay for Senior Systems Engineers in Boston?

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How can Senior Systems Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Systems Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Systems Engineer that oversees more junior Senior Systems Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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