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VMware's salary ranges from $24,782 in total compensation per year for a Project Manager at the low-end to $775,500 for a Software Engineering Manager at the high-end. Levels.fyi collects anonymous and verified salaries from current and former employees of VMware. Last updated: 2/25/2025

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Software Engineer
P1 $27K
P2 $39K
P3 $60K
P4 $84K
Staff Engineer 1 $96K
Staff Engineer 2 $169K
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Vesting Schedule

25%

YR 1

25%

YR 2

25%

YR 3

25%

YR 4

Stock Type
RSU

At VMware, 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 (12.50% semi-annually)

  • 25% vests in the 3rd-year (12.50% semi-annually)

  • 25% vests in the 4th-year (12.50% semi-annually)

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FAQ

The highest paying role reported at VMware is Software Engineering Manager at the M6 level with a yearly total compensation of $775,500. This includes base salary as well as any potential stock compensation and bonuses.
The median yearly total compensation reported at VMware is $218,902.

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