What does it take to get promoted from SE-II to Senior SE at Akamai and other companies in general? Also, what kind of hike or stock options accompany the promotion? MS in CS (graduated 2017) YOE: 2.5 SE-II TC: 125K base, no stocks. Not in Bay Area.
Probably too early to discuss hence vague response from your manager. Promotion will take place in 1.5-4 years. Once you are certain you have demonstrated as well as seniors you can start bring up the topic.
You are seriously getting 0 rsu? What metro area are you in? I didn’t think 0 rsu was possible at Akamai
US, but not Bay Area
Also, the HR said at the time of negotiation that they only offer RSU to senior position offers.
Ask your manager?
No goals have been set yet, I’ve been here since December. When I ask about this all I hear is “it is based on merit & doing things outside of what the expectations are which help the team”. This is my first job at a big company and I am frustrated with the lack of clarity on the career progress roadmap. Is this usual?
You've been there 6 months. You probably barely understand the products. Chill.