The job search website Glassdoor recently organized its compensation information database and listed the salaries paid to software engineers by the 15 largest technology companies in the world. The results are very interesting: software engineering is a well-paid job no matter where you work. But even in the tech world, software engineers do not receive absurdly high salaries. In addition, not every company pays its software engineers high salaries.

General Electric:Market value $257 billion, average software engineer compensation $80,235. Employee satisfaction 3.6 points (out of 5), 26% of employees believe GE's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. GE software engineer based in Louisville, Kentucky: "GE constantly presents you with huge challenges, pushing you to your limits every day. Management is very humane, and most people care about you."

Verizon： Market value $206 billion, average software engineer compensation $86,859. Employee satisfaction 3.2 points, 48% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Verizon software engineer based in Irving, Texas: "There are good benefits, a flexible work environment, access to the latest technology, the chance to work with different people, and nice recreational facilities."

Comcast： Market value $140 billion, average software engineer compensation $91,984. Employee satisfaction 3.1 points, 48% of employees believe Comcast's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Comcast software engineer based in Littleton, Colorado, commented: "Pay is high, benefits are good, and the atmosphere is very relaxed. Frankly, Comcast is trying to imitate other successful high-tech companies to attract more high-tech talent. But so far, these efforts seem to have only partially succeeded."

IBM： Market value $190 billion, average software engineer compensation $92,418. Employee satisfaction 3.1 points, 35% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Software engineer comment: "At IBM, the best part is the people. Everyone here is talented. The company culture is also great, focusing more on soft equipment than on accommodation benefits. IBM team members have a reasonable age range, and young people have many learning opportunities. There is a good work-life balance and good income. From a family perspective, this is a very good job."

Samsung:Market value $165 billion, average software engineer compensation $92,667. Employee satisfaction 3.3 points, 43% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Samsung software engineer based in Ridgefield Park, New York, commented: "Good income provides a decent salary, the best work experience helps career development, and working for this leading company makes people feel proud."

JPMorgan Chase:Market value $227 billion, average software engineer compensation $95,270. Employee satisfaction 3.4 points, 67% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. JPMorgan Chase software engineer based in Columbus, Ohio, commented: "The office culture is great, without too much pressure. It uses the latest technology and is a good place to learn."

Bank of America:Market value $178 billion, average software engineer compensation $95,325. Employee satisfaction 3.3 points, 38% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Bank of America software engineer in New York commented: "There are many educational resources and opportunities here. The pay is decent, and you can take advantage of the bank's strengths."

Amazon:Market value $151 billion, average software engineer compensation $105,709. Employee satisfaction 3.4 points, 58% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Amazon software engineer in Seattle commented: "The company's rapid growth means more promotion opportunities. This is a great place to gain a lot of experience and get rewards quickly. I am lucky to have these excellent executives who minimize bureaucracy and find the best interests. The workload is not too heavy; my team works 40 to 44 hours per week."

Intel:Market value $170 billion, average software engineer compensation $106,234. Employee satisfaction 3.8 points, 32% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Intel software engineer in Portland commented: "Intel provides good compensation and decent medical benefits. There are many fitness classes every week, and various insurance plans are also good. Intel's vacation program is very popular, and most development teams implement flexible working hours."

Microsoft:Market value $381 billion, average software engineer compensation $108,712. Employee satisfaction 3.7 points, 50% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Microsoft software engineer in Bellevue commented: "There are many projects in many countries, and compensation is always among the top. Flexible working system. Microsoft's number of engineers is growing on a large scale, completely different from competitors like Amazon."

Oracle:Market value $173 billion, average software engineer compensation $112,681. Employee satisfaction 3.2 points, 89% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Oracle software engineer in Redwood City, California, commented: "Use of advanced technology, teamwork, and getting along well with colleagues. Good health insurance, work-life balance, and wise executives."

Facebook： Market value $202 billion, average software engineer compensation $122,695. Employee satisfaction 4.6 points, 48% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Facebook software engineer in Menlo Park, California, commented: "Working in such a free atmosphere with so many professional and talented people is inspiring. Every project you participate in is challenging and fun."

Walmart:Market value $246 billion, average software engineer compensation $124,433. Employee satisfaction 3.1 points, 77% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Walmart software engineer in Sunnyvale, California, commented: "Compensation and benefits are above average, and there are many outstanding developers and managers. After three months of employment, you can enjoy discounts when shopping at Walmart stores or online."

Apple:Market value $594 billion, average software engineer compensation $125,695. Employee satisfaction 3.9 points, 40% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Apple software engineer in Cupertino, California, commented: "Making the best products in the world, an unbelievably strong corporate culture, and strong leadership. Countless geniuses join, and morale is very high."

Google:Market value $393 billion, average software engineer compensation $127,827. Employee satisfaction 4.3 points, 73% of employees believe Verizon's business direction is correct and will improve within the next 6 months. Google software engineer in New York: "If you are a software engineer, you become the king of the hill at Google. There is no doubt that Google is an engineer-driven company. The benefits are amazing, including three free meals every working day."