Uber Software Engineer Salary Guide

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

LevelBase SalaryStock/yrBonusTotal Comp
L3 (SDE I) $155,000 $50,000 $15,000 $220,000
L4 (SDE II) $195,000 $120,000 $20,000 $335,000
L5 (Senior SDE) $235,000 $220,000 $30,000 $485,000

Total Compensation by Level

L3 (SDE I)
$220,000
L4 (SDE II)
$335,000
L5 (Senior SDE)
$485,000

Negotiation Tip

Uber's RSUs are publicly traded. Focus negotiations on the initial grant size — refreshers vary significantly by team and performance.

Equity & Vesting Details

Vesting Schedule
4-year even vest
Refresher Policy
Team-dependent annual refreshers