Tech IndustryMar 7, 2022
HCLbrandon567

Microsoft(Atlanta) or Blackrock(Atlanta)

Hello I got 2 offers: YOE- 4 years 1. MSFT Base 111K, Stocks: 130K(4 years-25% each year), Signon-cash(20k-year1,10k-year2) - level 60 Actually attended Hiring Event -Software Engineering I/II . Was expecting L61(SDE 2) but offered L60. How easy it is to get promoted to L61? is it ok to join MSFT as L60 with 4 YOE? is it ok to go with BLK now and probably come agin in future in better level? 2. BLK Base 145k, Stocks: 12500(1 year), Perf Bonus-25k or more - eng II Which one to choose share your thoughts please considering WLB and learning. How would it impact my future if I choose Microsoft or Blackrock #microsoft #blackrock

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Microsoft hittaz Mar 7, 2022

This shouldn't be a hard decision. 145k >> 111k

HCL brandon567 OP Mar 7, 2022

Hello Hitter, Appreaciate your help.How easy it is to get a promotion considering going from level 60 to level 61. How do you think Microsoft on resume vs Blackrock could impact career

Microsoft hittaz Mar 7, 2022

Microsoft >> BlackRock on resume. Promotion depends on impact and if your manager likes you. Good luck

Zoom iAMS14 Mar 7, 2022

I understand atlanta is MCOL BUT 111K?

HCL brandon567 OP Mar 7, 2022

Yes. It is Level 60 SDE 1. I was expecting SDE 2. I attended hiring event which is for both levels.

State Farm hwkdhwu Mar 7, 2022

MSFT are assholes!

SAP RzDl47 Mar 7, 2022

I'd probably take MSFT here, but realize there's a 4 year cliff that will hit you pretty hard. The promotion to SDE2 isn't that hard. Promotion to senior can be difficult. But if you don't make senior by year 4 you're probably looking at a pay cut.

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xMicrosoft Mar 7, 2022

I would reject MSFT, but only because promos are only 5% bump.

HCL brandon567 OP Mar 8, 2022

Hi, Do you think we can com back may be 2 years after to Microsoft or consider FAANG. And what do you think Microsoft on Resume vs Blackrock when applying for FAANG

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xMicrosoft Mar 8, 2022

Microsoft on resume gets your resume considered almost 100% of the time. If you’re willing to look at jumping in 2 years to FAANG, then maybe Microsoft is a good stepping stone. But don’t get rusty with LC.

Lyft ssaba Mar 7, 2022

Msft has a 10% cash bonus you didn't consider. And it's pretty easy to get to L61. 1 year.

Thomson Reuters jackv95 Mar 8, 2022

Was it 25th Jan event? Can you share timeline please?

Twitter Just Float Mar 9, 2022

Hey, OP Microsoft is lowball af. Same thing happened to me. Tried to put me at basically SE1 and I walked from that offer. I mean it's not BAD but there are a few more companies I'm aware of hiring in Atlanta that I believe do much more if you haven't applied yet.

HCL brandon567 OP Mar 16, 2022

I ve decide to come back later to MSFT considering other companies. Have to gain more knowledge and have to practice more.

Intel iiiiiia Mar 10, 2022

Is MICROSOFT for remote role or you have to be in person in Atlanta ?

HCL brandon567 OP Mar 16, 2022

In person in Atl

Intel iiiiiia Mar 15, 2022

OP what did you decide ?

HCL brandon567 OP Mar 16, 2022

To go with Blackrock.