Google employees working as Software Engineer IV in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 9 ratings. This is in line with the average of Software Engineer IV professionals at Google worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Software Engineer IV ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $153,475 per year (estimate) and goes up to $476,562 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Software Engineer IV at Google is $194,535 per year or $94 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $288,053 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $160,129 (25th percentile) and $239,865 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 39 salaries submitted by Google Software Engineer IV professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Software Engineer IV professionals typically earn between $77 and $115 per hour.
Software Engineer IV professionals typically earn between $13,344 and $19,989 monthly.
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