Role
Experience
Location
State tax: California 9.3%
Company Stage
Estimated Total Compensation
$146,250
Software Engineer · Junior (0-2 YOE) · San Francisco
Base
$111,550
Equity/yr
$25,000
Bonus
$9,700
Top 18%of US individual earners
0%Median ($63k)100%
Base Salary$111,550
$111,550
25th: $92,15075th: $135,800
Annual Equity$25,000
$25,000
25th: $10,00075th: $50,000
Annual Bonus$9,700
$9,700
25th: $4,85075th: $19,400
Software Engineer — All Levels
| Level | Base | Equity/yr | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior (0-2 YOE) | $111,550 | $25,000 | $146,250 |
| Mid (2-5 YOE) | $155,200 | $40,000 | $209,750 |
| Senior (5-8 YOE) | $184,300 | $80,000 | $288,550 |
| Staff+ (8+ YOE) | $232,800 | $150,000 | $421,600 |
Disclaimer: Tax estimates use 2025 federal brackets and simplified state rates (single filer, standard deduction not applied to show gross tax impact). Actual taxes depend on filing status, deductions, credits, and other factors. Salary data reflects 2025-2026 US startup market conditions. Consult a tax professional for precise calculations.