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Software Engineer
Software Engineer $228K
Senior Software Engineer $310K
Staff Software Engineer $456K
Senior Staff Software Engineer $758K
Principal Staff Software Engineer $1.04M
Distinguished Engineer $2.15M
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Vesting Schedule

25%

YR 1

25%

YR 2

25%

YR 3

25%

YR 4

Stock Type
RSU

At LinkedIn, Main RSUs are subject to a 4-year vesting schedule:

  • 25% vests in the 1st-year (25.00% annually)

  • 25% vests in the 2nd-year (6.25% quarterly)

  • 25% vests in the 3rd-year (6.25% quarterly)

  • 25% vests in the 4th-year (6.25% quarterly)

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FAQ

The highest paying role reported at LinkedIn is Software Engineer at the Distinguished Engineer level with a yearly total compensation of $2,153,000. This includes base salary as well as any potential stock compensation and bonuses.
The median yearly total compensation reported at LinkedIn is $220,334.

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