I’m choosing between these 2 offers:
Google L4 400k TC for 1st and 2nd years + 70k sign on
Apple ITC5 450 TC per year + 50k sign on
SDE, backend infra (Java), YOE 11, Masters, never been at FAANG before
Google downlevels, which is very unfortunate, but the comp seems good even for L5. I like Google more, but not sure if want to take a step back in career growth.
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Adding some thoughts why it’s not a no-brainer for me:
- what if I will underperform at ITC5 at Apple? I’m currently L5. At Google’s L4 I would easily get great performance reviews and bigger bonuses
- what if Apple’s backend infra tech is much lower quality that google’s and I will miss out on learning?
- what if Apple’s secretive culture will hinder my growth?
- what if I will be the smartest guy in the room at Apple and again miss out on learning?
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King of down level
L4 is like ICT3
Negotiate higher with Apple. Then tc-wise, Apple is better
ICT5 is a staff level (L6) and refreshers are really good.