Here’s how much Microsoft devs earn, according to leaked documents

Here is a 205-word summary of the news article: The article provides a look into the salaries of Microsoft developers and executives, based on leaked internal documents. Microsoft employs over 220,000 people, though this number has decreased slightly due to recent layoffs. The leaked data reveals a wide range of compensation for Microsoft developers, depending on their level. Entry-level developers (Level 59) can earn between $120,800 to $124,000 in base salary, plus bonuses and stock awards. The highest-level developers (Level 67) can earn between $500,000 to $600,000 per year, including bonuses and stock. Salaries tend to be lowest for developers in the "Experiences and Devices" area, with higher pay for those in cloud, AI, Xbox, and commerce. In comparison, Microsoft's top executives earn far more - the head of Xbox reportedly earns $10 million per year, while CEO Satya Nadella earns an impressive $79 million annually, including bonuses and stock. The article notes that these developer salaries are significantly higher than the average US developer salary of $120,000, though they only represent a small portion of Microsoft's overall workforce. Leaked data from previous years shows salaries have remained relatively stable in recent years.