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Average Compensation By Level
Level Name | Total | Base | Stock (/yr) | Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
L1Engineer(Entry Level) | $95K | $86K | $1K | $8K |
L2Senior Engineer | $118K | $104K | $4K | $10K |
L3Staff Engineer | $129K | $121K | $6K | $3K |
L4Principal Engineer | $175K | $143K | $21K | $11K |
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Vesting Schedule
25%
YR 1
25%
YR 2
25%
YR 3
25%
YR 4
Stock Type
RSU
At Western Digital, 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 (25.00% annually)
25% vests in the 3rd-year (25.00% annually)
25% vests in the 4th-year (25.00% annually)
FAQ
What is the highest Software Engineer salary at Western Digital?
The highest paying salary package reported for a Software Engineer at Western Digital sits at a yearly total compensation of $250,000. This includes base salary as well as any potential stock compensation and bonuses.
How much do Western Digital Software Engineer employees get paid?
The median yearly total compensation reported at Western Digital for the Software Engineer role is $155,000.