Goldman Sachs

Public (NYSE: GS)

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Website

goldmansachs.com

Industry

Investment Banking & Financial Services

Year founded

1869

Employees

45,000

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Goldman Sachs Backend Software Engineer Salaries

Reported total compensation ranges from $125,000 to $190,750 across 3 levels. Figures are self-reported and vary by location and offer details. Last updated Apr 6, 2026.

Average compensation by level

LevelTotal / yrBase / yrStock / yrBonus / yr

Analyst

API Development (Back-End)

$125,000$115,000—$14,250

Associate

API Development (Back-End)

$146,000$134,000—$7,000

Vice President

API Development (Back-End)

$190,750$170,500—$22,750

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