Putting together what I've gathered on Uber SWE compensation at the senior level (L5 / L5+) for 2026. Sharing my own numbers first, then a couple from folks I know.
My offer, L5, SF, signed March 2026: Base: $215k Equity: $600k over 4 years (25% per year cliff), refreshes start at year 2 if perf is solid Annual bonus target: 15% of base, so ~$32k target Sign-on: $30k (split year 1 / year 2)
Total year 1 with sign-on: roughly $397k. Year 2+ stabilizes around $360-370k depending on stock and refresh cadence.
Two other data points I've verified: L5 in NYC, backend / distributed systems: $210k base, $550k equity, same bonus structure. Got it early 2026. L5+ in SF, infra-leaning role, closer to staff boundary: $225k base, $720k equity. Took the L5+ leveling to avoid the staff bar, which apparently they've raised recently.
A few things worth knowing about Uber equity specifically. They switched to RSUs (away from SAR structure) a while back, so the equity is straightforward shares. Refresh grants are performance-dependent and have historically been in the 15-25% of original grant range per year for solid performers. The stock has been more volatile than FAANG so factor that into your mental model.
Bonus: Uber hits target or above most years but it's not guaranteed. In strong quarters they've paid 115-120% of target.
This is L5. L4 (mid-level) runs roughly $175-190k base with $300-450k equity. L6 (staff) I have less data on but see the separate thread someone posted.