How do I get paid 400k+ TC as an SE or SE Manager?

Splunk
yNtG42

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yNtG42
Mar 31 9 Comments

Current TC is 350k or so, including stock. I've heard there are some SEs making obscene amounts of money from just their OTE, even ignoring stock grants or huge commission checks.

I spoke with a couple companies recently and did well in recruiter screen. When they asked about comp I stated I was looking for more than 400k in TC and the recruiter balked. Not sure if I'll be getting a call back.

How do I find, interview and negotiate for these high OTE jobs?

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  • IBM
    live4jesus

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    live4jesus
    Just be patient. I believe a 50k bump is reasonable. Keep applying and keep doing your current job well
    Mar 31 1
  • New
    vAYm02

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    vAYm02
    Basically only GCP and Amazon can even come close to 400K right now for SEs/Pre-Sales and that would be exceptional.

    350k is top of market. Obviously you can exceed that many places with a 150%+ year on quota.
    Mar 31 5
  • Adobe
    TNmw11

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    TNmw11
    Yoe?
    Mar 31 0