MathWorks Backend Software Engineer Salaries

Backend Software Engineer compensation in United States at MathWorks ranges from $128K per year for Associate to $245K per year for Principal. The median yearly compensation package in United States totals $163K. View the base salary, stock, and bonus breakdowns for MathWorks's total compensation packages. Last updated: 10/1/2026

Level Name
Total
Base
Stock ()
Bonus
Software Engineer 1
Associate(Entry Level)
$128K
$119K
$0
$8.8K
Software Engineer 2
$149K
$139K
$0
$10.1K
Software Engineer 3
Senior
$175K
$162K
$833
$12.2K
Software Engineer 4
Principal
$245K
$200K
$0
$45K
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Vesting Schedule

25%

YR 1

25%

YR 2

25%

YR 3

25%

YR 4

At MathWorks, Stock/equity grants are subject to a 4-year vesting schedule:

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

  • 25% vests in the 2nd-YR (2.08% monthly)

  • 25% vests in the 3rd-YR (2.08% monthly)

  • 25% vests in the 4th-YR (2.08% monthly)



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MathWorks Backend Software Engineer Salary FAQ (2026)

The highest paying salary package reported for a Backend Software Engineer at MathWorks in United States sits at a yearly total compensation of $244,500. This includes base salary as well as any potential stock compensation and bonuses.
The median yearly total compensation reported at MathWorks for the Backend Software Engineer role in United States is $163,000.
When negotiating your Backend Software Engineer offer at MathWorks, leverage salary data to understand market rates, highlight your relevant experience, and consider all components of the compensation package. Levels.fyi's professional negotiators have helped candidates secure $50K+ more in total compensation.

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