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Research Scientist compensation in United States at Spotify totals $225K per year for Engineer II. The median yearly compensation in United States package totals $230K. View the base salary, stock, and bonus breakdowns for Spotify's total compensation packages. Last updated: 12/5/2025
Average Level
Level Name | Total | Base | Stock () | Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Associate Engineer(Entry Level) | $ -- | $ -- | $ -- | $ -- |
Engineer I | $ -- | $ -- | $ -- | $ -- |
Engineer II | $225K | $215K | $10K | $0 |
Senior Engineer | $ -- | $ -- | $ -- | $ -- |
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Vesting Schedule
33.3%
YR 1
33.3%
YR 2
33.3%
YR 3
Stock Type
ESO + RSU
At Spotify, ESO + RSUs are subject to a 3-year vesting schedule:
33.3% vests in the 1st-YR (8.32% quarterly)
33.3% vests in the 2nd-YR (8.32% quarterly)
33.3% vests in the 3rd-YR (8.32% quarterly)
The pick and mix incentive program allows employees to choose both Stock options (ATM or OTM ESOs), RSU, or Cash.
25%
YR 1
25%
YR 2
25%
YR 3
25%
YR 4
Stock Type
ESO + RSU
At Spotify, ESO + RSUs are subject to a 4-year vesting schedule:
25% vests in the 1st-YR (2.08% monthly)
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)
The pick and mix incentive program allows employees to choose both Stock options (ATM or OTM ESOs), RSU, or Cash.
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