Google made me an offer for L4 but I also got a competing offer for L5 equivalent from a different company. Other company knows that I also have an offer from Google. They made me a verbal offer which is way over what Google made me. when sending the details via email they left out the numbers and only gave me the description of the benefits. I think this is intentional because they don't want Google to match it. I gave the info to Google but they came back requesting hard evidence. Anyway I would prefer Google but not with the current much lower offer. they implied that they would be able to match it if they got the proof of numbers but I don't think that I would be able to get written documentation from the competing company. at least not without a verbal agreement that I would accept which I don't want to do and then back out. Any way out of this?
Google does not give written offers for the same reason. Very hypocritical of them
I disagree. When I received my offer from them, I had a written offer I had to digitally sign. Same when I left Google for Microsoft. They did ask verbally if I was cool with the offer then sent me the written and gave me a few days to think it over. I think it’s ridiculous to ask to see the other offer. But I think it’s equally as ridiculous to not give you an offer on paper with the comp.... it’s a legally binding thing...
Why did you leave Google for Microsoft? Were they able to match the compensation?
Tell Google to get fucked. The other offer is confidential and none of their business. I would tell them that the only proof they need is that you won’t accept an offer from them unless it matches the one you already have.
Which is this other company?
Cant say cuz it would identify me.
Take the other offer. If Google is starting out the relationship with a lack of trust, whereas the other company obviously wants you more, go with them. Google isn't going anywhere in case you want to join later
Why do you prefer google over the other company? I realize you probably don’t want to say the other company name because of anonymity. Just curious.
Mostly brand name. Some other things too like team fit.
Lots to be said for the right fit on the right team with the right culture. Personally I’d give up a little cash in favor of a happier situation, but that’s something where only you can decide the worth.
Screw Google, they down leveled you and don’t value you as much.
Is the other company pre-ipo? High offers from pre-ipo companies are fake money.
How much do you want to make? Give that answer to Google.
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I think you should ask the other company for numbers in the offer