I'm sure there are companies that pay as much, but none as well-known and easy to apply to. Google has a massive recruiting machine, and chances are pretty good

I'm sure there are companies that pay as much, but none as well-known and easy to apply to. Google has a massive recruiting machine, and chances are pretty good that they will at least interview you (compared to e.g. Netflix). And they are a household name and have a reputation even outside of the industry as a great employer.