AWS interview
I've been invited onsite for final rounds of interviews with AWS (non-technical). They've asked for my "expected compensation (including base, bonus and equity vesting this year)" - can anyone recommend how to respond to this? I am currently paid quite under market and don't want that to hinder any potential offer. I went through a loop with Google earlier (ultimately declined by HC) and had negotiated my salary so I know where I should be (approx 30% higher base, ultimately 60% higher total). EDIT: I'm unsure of how to approach the expected comp - one figure? Or each broken out? Any recos appreciated!
Go to Glassdoor and respond with that
What's the location, role, level and years of experience? So stupid they ask this instead of paying a little over market rate. Then again it is Amazon and they have a principle of being frugal
Seattle, manager title, level 5-6, 8 yrs of experience. My role is pretty specific, so it's hard to find comp data online (Glassdoor, paysa, etc.) I know technical roles tend to get significantly more comp, so unsure of how to approach.
I wouldn't give them any info until after they offer you a job. If and when they do ask give them a range of 130K to 160K for base. Never tell them your exact salary as they will then lowball you. You should be able to ask for a relocation bonus of at least 10K if you live 50+ miles away from the office. 1st year bonus of 25K and 2nd year bonus of 20K are a minimum you should ask for
Just put 0 in there and say will discuss if Amazon offers you a job. I have done that in my past 3 onsites.
It's the recruiter's job to get as much info about your comp as they can. It's your job to give as little as you can.
Great reminder - I'll start with asking them for more info/pay range for skill level and role. Thanks!
I answered that one with "let's discuss that later" after the interviews and HR was okay with it
I think I'm going to approach this way. I'm hesitant to provide the first number. Thanks!
Yeah, I got a no go on my interviews so there was no point in providing the info, other than potentially giving them some market info, which I'm sure they have enough of anyway
Why is it a problem to write 'expected' comp even if you think you are under paid? 🙄🤔
Good point - I guess I'm reading into the question too much. I should clarify too, I currently don't have any equity vesting so not sure how to break down the expected comp. Sorry if this sounds really basic, but should I just put one total number? Or break down each?
Just write total expected comp - that's what it asks, right?