Base salary benchmarks of $150K–$190K (senior US) with total compensation often reaching $230K–$320K. Full data by level, geography, and company type.
| Level | Experience | Base (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior / L3 | 0–2 yrs | $120K–$140K |
| Mid-level / L4 | 2–5 yrs | $140K–$170K |
| Senior / L5 | 5–8 yrs | $170K–$200K |
| Staff / L6 | 8–12 yrs | $200K–$250K |
| Principal / L7+ | 12+ yrs | $250K–$350K |
| Platform Eng. Director | 10+ yrs | $220K–$300K |
| Company Type | Base | Total Comp |
|---|---|---|
| FAANG / Top Tech | $180K–$250K | $350K–$700K+ |
| Growth Startup (Series B+) | $160K–$210K | $200K–$400K |
| Scale-up / Unicorn | $155K–$200K | $220K–$350K |
| Enterprise / Fortune 500 | $140K–$180K | $165K–$230K |
| Agency / Consulting | $130K–$170K | $145K–$200K |