You now understand Google's compensation and how to negotiate.
Even vesting. Google RSUs vest % per year with monthly vesting after the cliff. Unlike Amazon's back-loaded schedule.
Total comp matters. Base is a small part of TC at senior levels. Equity and refreshers drive long-term earnings.
Use competing offers. Concrete competing offers from Meta, Amazon, or startups give you the most negotiating power.
Negotiate equity and signing bonus. These have the most room to move. Base salary is constrained by level bands.