L4 base is DEFINITELY NOT $300k. I think it's quite rare for L4s to have a base higher than $200k. But total compensation is likely higher than you mentioned.

L4 base is DEFINITELY NOT $300k. I think it's quite rare for L4s to have a base higher than $200k. But total compensation is likely higher than you mentioned. You have an initial grant that vests over 4 years that currently is absurdly high - usually more than your base (after appreciation). Then you have 4 of the grants that stack each year. Plus your 15-25% cash bonus. Plus you usually get a couple small ($1-$5k) bonuses throughout the year for the projects you're working on. FAANG salaries are no joke. Especially Google and FB.