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In this video, I break down the actual salaries for software engineering jobs across every tier — from early-stage startups to FAANG companies to top-tier quant firms. We’ll compare compensation, equity, and bonuses, and I’ll share how your career stage and offer timing can dramatically change your pay. If you’re navigating the job hunt or curious about what different roles really pay, this one’s for you.
I'm Aman Manazir, a career coach and software engineer. I interned at companies like Amazon, Shopify, and HP in college, and the day I graduated I landed a $176,000/year* full-time software engineering job. I help you make it as a computer science student and get your dream job offer.
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00:00 - Introduction
00:49 - Small Companies & Startups
02:25 - Mid-Level Companies
03:38 - Low FAANG, Big Tech
04:55 - High FAANG & Unicorn
06:25 - Software Engineering Accelerator
07:04 - Low Quant & Elite Finance
08:43 - The Top Job of All Time
*location-adjusted