Entry Level Software Engineer or Senior TPM (NYC)

I have been working hard on a career transition from TPM in HW to SWE. Last month I completed my interview loop with Amazon, Bloomberg, and Google. Amazon: First in the queue, blanked on one of the 3 problems, solved other 2. Demonstrated strong LP. Rejected Bloomberg: Second in queue. Solved both problems. Optimal solution for one was reached with hints, but I broke down all approaches and complexities eventually getting the right answer. Was feeling good about this one. Rejected. Google: Last in queue. Solved 3/4 problems. Last one really messed me up because I didn’t study union find and low and behold…of course it is a union find question. Rejected. Now I’m in the cooldown period for all 3 of these companies and don’t have any other interviews lined up. Recently I got a promotion as TPM, but salary is not fair market rate for TPMs with experience. Is also less than all entry level SWE positions I interviewed for. At this stage I’m a bit desperate to just leave to get higher TC. I know my worth and I can’t stand making less than what I feel like I’m capable. I spent so much time studying to be a SWE and I really do like it. My plans were to transition from a SWE to eventually SW TPM or Eng manager as I like coordinating and working with others, but at the same time I want to be more technical in the immediate future of my career. Based on my current dilemma I’m questioning the continued grind of aiming at a SWE job when I can get a great TPM job. I’m under 30, but am aiming at the next stage of my life so extra money does help, but at the same time I want the flexibility and TC that will come with the SWE route although I will be starting from scratch. To persevere and complete my mission at a career change? Or just get a lofty TPM job immediately. Oh also I’m due for a bonus EOY so staying a bit longer at my current job and transitioning to SWE later in the year (target: Amazon) might be the move that makes the most sense. TC: 130 HCOL YOE: 5