Netflix Software Engineer Salary Guide
Updated 2026-05-22 · Total compensation by level including base, stock, and bonus
| Level | Base Salary | Stock/yr | Bonus | Total Comp |
|---|
| Senior SWE |
$310,000 |
$0 |
$0 |
$310,000 |
| Staff SWE |
$400,000 |
$0 |
$0 |
$400,000 |
| Principal SWE |
$500,000 |
$0 |
$0 |
$500,000 |
Total Compensation by Level
Negotiation Tip
Netflix pays all-cash (no RSUs). You choose your cash/options split annually. The stated TC IS the cash — no waiting for vesting.
Equity & Vesting Details
Vesting Schedule
No vesting — all cash with optional stock options
Refresher Policy
Annual market-rate adjustment, no refresher grants