Updated 2026-05-22 · Total compensation by level including base, stock, and bonus
| Level | Base Salary | Stock/yr | Bonus | Total Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWE | $195,000 | $175,000 | $0 | $370,000 |
| Senior SWE | $260,000 | $400,000 | $0 | $660,000 |
| Staff SWE | $310,000 | $700,000 | $0 | $1,010,000 |
Anthropic equity is private. Negotiate for higher base or sign-on bonus if liquidity is important to you. Secondary sales have occurred at high valuations.