Google Software Engineer Salary Guide

Updated 2026-05-22 · Total compensation by level including base, stock, and bonus

LevelBase SalaryStock/yrBonusTotal Comp
L3 (Junior) $152,000 $45,000 $23,000 $220,000
L4 (Mid-Level) $188,000 $95,000 $28,000 $311,000
L5 (Senior) $225,000 $175,000 $45,000 $445,000
L6 (Staff) $270,000 $300,000 $60,000 $630,000

Total Compensation by Level

L3 (Junior)
$220,000
L4 (Mid-Level)
$311,000
L5 (Senior)
$445,000
L6 (Staff)
$630,000

Negotiation Tip

Leverage competing offers from Meta or Apple to push Google to its top-of-band equity limits, as recruiters have standard approval for matching premium peers.

Equity & Vesting Details

Vesting Schedule
4-year vest, front-loaded (33/33/22/12)
Refresher Policy
Annual refresher grants at L5+