Tech IndustryJun 22, 2018
OraclecOrn48

Product Marketing

How is product marketing as a career switch from software engineering.... I am in my 40s and kind of bored with writing and reviewing code day in and day out ... any suggestions?

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Google crosser Jun 23, 2018

It's fun. More fun than being a code 🐒. Pays less assuming same level.

LinkedIn klay Jun 23, 2018

I'm a fan. Switched from product management. I work with some former developers but they usually get an MBA before making the switch. Yes, pay is less for same levels but the upside is still there since management opportunities are more accessible than for most developers.

Oracle cOrn48 OP Jun 23, 2018

Is the pay significantly less ? Can you give some numbers ...

Amazon Ambot Jun 23, 2018

L6 PMM makes 160-280 at Amazon in Seattle. L6 SDE makes 250-375 (some make more for both families but that’s outside the band)

Oracle cOrn48 OP Jun 23, 2018

Thanks this is useful info

Zendesk amnel Jul 4, 2018

There are only two advantages to being a PMM. First there are far more opportunities for management. And second you can be part of the strategic decision making process. If these things appeal to you then go for it. Otherwise the pay is significantly less. Although at Zendesk I've heard some PMMs make more than SWEs