Leaked Microsoft pay data shows how much hundreds of employees report making in AI, cloud, and other teams

Business Insider | 25-08-2026 12:44am |

Microsoft employees have shared their annual pay details in an internal spreadsheet, with nearly 600 submissions revealing base salaries, raises, bonuses, and stock awards. Business Insider analyzed the data to show how the company compensates its workforce, particularly in AI and cloud teams. The information offers a rare look into Microsoft's pay practices as it focuses on retaining skilled employees in competitive fields.

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