# Levels.fyi – VMware Software Engineer Salaries in San Francisco Bay Area

**URL:** https://www.levels.fyi/companies/vmware/salaries/software-engineer/locations/san-francisco-bay-area  
**Generated:** 2026-05-20T01:31:47.380Z  
**Scope:** Software Engineer roles at VMware in San Francisco Bay Area  
**Location:** San Francisco Bay Area  
**Currency:** USD ($)

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## Aggregate Highlights
- Median Total Compensation: $235,000  
- Last Updated: May 20, 2026

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## Key Breakdowns

### Levels Breakdown
| Level | Median Total Compensation |
| --- | --- |
| P1 | $154,655 |
| P2 | $174,121 |
| P3 | $214,905 |
| P4 | $248,708 |
| Staff Engineer 1 | $305,000 |
| Staff Engineer 2 | $394,005 |
| Senior Staff Engineer | $600,714 |

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