16. eBay
Average total pay: $129,099
For: Software Engineer 4*Best Companies rank: 83
Headquarters: San Jose, CA
The online auctioneer had a tough year, laying off more than 450 employees -- about 5% of its U.S. workforce. Departing employees received generous severance pay and outplacement help, and eBay still offers a strong benefit package.
Need a break? Employees can take a four-week sabbatical at full pay every five years. Worried about vet bills? Discounts on pet insurance are available. Retirement? eBay recently increased its 401(k) match. Hate to drive? eBay runs shuttle buses to ferry employees back and forth to work, or pays $100 a month to employees using public transit.
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Last updated February 05 2009: 1:03 PM ET
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An earlier version listed an incorrect pay number for Chesapeake Energy. The correct amount is $120,576, not $178,108, which moves Chesapeake from #7 among top payers to #24. The rankings have been adjusted accordingly.
An earlier version listed an incorrect pay number for Chesapeake Energy. The correct amount is $120,576, not $178,108, which moves Chesapeake from #7 among top payers to #24. The rankings have been adjusted accordingly.
