Comparison

Amazon vs Microsoft PM Salary

Amazon and Microsoft pay in the same general FAANG band but the mix differs materially.

Amazon vs Microsoft PM Comp

LevelAmazonMicrosoft
PM
$180K-$250K TC
$210K-$280K TC
Sr PM
$260K-$380K TC
$280K-$400K TC
Staff PM
$360K-$520K TC
$380K-$550K TC
Principal
$500K-$800K TC
$500K-$1M+ TC

Key Difference: Amazon's equity vests 5/15/40/40 with signing bonuses in years 1-2. Microsoft's is more even. Both offer excellent comp; Microsoft edges Amazon on work-life balance.

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