Full Time Operating Systems Engineer information
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$58.1K - $69.3K
2% of jobs
$69.3K - $80.5K
4% of jobs
$80.5K - $91.8K
7% of jobs
$106.1K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$103K - $114.2K
10% of jobs
$114.2K - $125.4K
7% of jobs
$125.4K - $136.6K
10% of jobs
The median wage is $138.5K / yr.
$136.6K - $147.8K
6% of jobs
$147.8K - $159K
3% of jobs
$169.9K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$159K - $170.2K
17% of jobs
$170.2K - $181.4K
24% of jobs
How much do full time operating systems engineer jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time operating systems engineer in Boston, MA is $138,206.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,500.00 and $170,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
A full-time operating systems engineer designs, develops, and maintains operating system software to ensure system stability, security, and performance. They often work with kernel development, device drivers, and system utilities, using programming languages like C and C++, and may troubleshoot hardware and software issues in complex computing environments.
What are the most commonly searched types of Operating Systems Engineer jobs in Boston, MA?
The most popular types of Operating Systems Engineer jobs in Boston, MA are:
