# Levels.fyi – OpenAI Software Engineer L7 Salaries

**URL:** https://www.levels.fyi/companies/openai/salaries/software-engineer/levels/l7  
**Generated:** 2026-09-18T01:04:51.618Z  
**Scope:** Level L7 for Software Engineer roles at OpenAI  
**Location:** United States  
**Currency:** USD ($)

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## Aggregate Highlights
- Average Total Compensation: $1,886,250  
- Last Updated: September 18, 2026

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## Key Breakdowns

### Compensation Components
- Base: $486,250  
- Stock: $1,400,000  

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## FAQ

### How much stock do L7 Software Engineers at OpenAI receive?
The median pay mix for L7 Software Engineer at OpenAI is $486,250 base salary, $1,400,000 in stock per year. Stock is reported as annualized grant value.

### How accurate is Levels.fyi data?
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### Do these figures include stock and bonuses?
Yes. Total compensation on Levels.fyi is base salary plus annualized stock plus bonus. Sites that report base salary alone show lower numbers for the same job.

### What is not included in this summary?
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