Interviewed at Amazon for SDM but referred to TPM

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nFrY15

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nFrY15
Jun 15, 2020 8 Comments

I recently had initial phone screening for an SDM role in Seattle. Recruiter said that I was referred to a Sr. TPM role and asked if that is something I am interested in.

Trying to understand what their assessment is on my skills.

Is it a good idea to consider Sr. TPM role? What are the expectations in technical skills for a TPM role vs SDM role?

YOE: 19
YOE Sr. SDM: 9

#amazonsdm #amazontpm

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  • Amazon
    0bmfY52

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    0bmfY52
    They probably were concerned about your tech chops
    Jun 15, 2020 2
  • Amazon
    UDyt66

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    UDyt66
    Or maybe your people management skills. SDM to TPM recommendation is not unheard of. Go for it if you okay with an IC TPM role and others factors like comp are favorable. Many people switch from TPM to SDM at Amazon, so that's an option down the lane if opportunities line up.
    Jun 16, 2020 1
    • IBM
      nFrY15

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      nFrY15
      OP
      Thank you for the suggestion, makes sense. These opportunities are in Seattle.
      Can I ask this recruiter to refer me to an SDM position in Austin, TX? (since I am located in Austin). Does the SDM, Seattle interview result would come in the way as I go for SDM opportunities in other organizations/locations?
      Jun 16, 2020
  • I believe comp would be lower than the SDM band, but maybe you're a good fit for a specific role they have in mind. Ask the recruiter what exact role and team they have in mind.
    Jun 15, 2020 1
    • IBM
      nFrY15

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      nFrY15
      OP
      I asked the recruiter but he didn't have any concrete answer and mentioned both these roles are reporting up to same Director.
      Jun 15, 2020
  • VMware
    jsyeitcw83

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    jsyeitcw83
    What is diff in tpm vs sdm in Google in terms of job role
    Jun 15, 2020 0