Google Engineering Levels H-1B Salary: L3-L7 (2026)
LCA prevailing wages, DOL wage level, and top employer benchmarks for L3-L7 Software Engineer H-1B petitions in 2026.
$185,000
Median LCA Wage
$133,000
25th Percentile
$253,000
75th Percentile
~8,000/yr
Annual LCA Filings
Prevailing Wage LevelLevel II-IV
SOC Code15-1252
Seniority LevelL3-L7
Top Employer LCA Wage Data
| Company | Level | Base Salary | Total Comp (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google L3 | Junior SWE (Entry) | $133,000 | $220,000+ |
| Google L4 | SWE IV (Mid-Level) | $158,000 | $285,000+ |
| Google L5 | Senior SWE | $187,000 | $375,000+ |
| Google L6 | Staff SWE | $220,000 | $500,000+ |
| Google L7 | Principal/Distinguished | $253,000 | $700,000+ |