Product Careers In Chicago?

Uber
PM In Chi

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PM In Chi
Dec 30, 2019 15 Comments

I (6 YOE) am in the final stages for opportinities in Chicago. My wife (4 YOE) is a PM at a public FinTech company in NY. (Had offer from FB, liked culture at fintech)

I was hoping to get some insight into product careers in Chicago. Looking online, Uber is the only big company I see with positions.

Anybody know what public or all cash comp companies have product in Chicago? Our other thought is moving into VC as there are many in Chicago?

Context: Seattle has tech jobs for both of us that will pay, grow career, COL/taxes less. Thinking about 2 year sprint there then to Chicago to settle down as we like culture and have family there.

My TC = 320K (Targeting 400-450 in Chi, L5 equivelent)
Wife TC = 210K

#chicago #productmanagement

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  • GRPN has a strong Product presence in Chi. It’s hard for us to hire because the talent pool is so small, a result of very few companies having Product there. No chance in hell of hitting your target TC though - just not enough competition.
    Dec 30, 2019 5
    • Dunno what L5 is (it varies by company), but IC roles are going to be below 300k TC.
      Dec 30, 2019
    • Uber
      PM In Chi

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      PM In Chi
      OP
      For product management? 300k is amazing in Chi. L4 = 2-5 YOE and L5 = Sr PM = 5-8 YOE
      Wife currently interviewing for Amazon L6 Technical PM if that’s helpful
      Dec 30, 2019
  • AES
    Teau78

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    Teau78
    You’re way, way off for your target comp in Chicago, Director level roles don’t often pull much more than $200k TC in Chicago.

    I know this as I live here and I’m a Product Director for a Fortune 100 non-tech company and my TC of ~$280 is always regarded as above and beyond by all my Chicago friends in tech.
    Dec 30, 2019 5
    • AES
      Teau78

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      Teau78
      Yes. Expect around 160-170 base + 25-35% bonus + 30-40% of base in stock. Brings you to around 280 TC. The biggest challenge will be to find those non-FAANG or Uber’s of this world that will offer the stock awards. Chicago doesn’t have the same level of tech companies so this is a less common component of your TC here.
      Dec 30, 2019
    • Uber
      PM In Chi

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      PM In Chi
      OP
      Got it. I’m not afraid for myself as SWE for comp as I can also be remote and tons of finance SWE. But super encouraging, thank you. Can definitely hit our targets
      Dec 30, 2019
  • Walmart
    whisp3r

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    whisp3r
    Dude, I’m impressed at ur current TC with 6 YOE. I’m dubious at your target TC for Chicago. (Why would Chicago companies with less competition pay more than hot Seattle rates?)

    But more power to you! Hope you get it, and keep us posted.
    Dec 30, 2019 1
    • Uber
      PM In Chi

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      PM In Chi
      OP
      Finance companies might not pay up if I don’t perform. So more volatile. Many don’t have big presences in NY and none in Seattle/SF.
      If I switch now, I think I could get L5 offers around 400 (https://www.levels.fyi/2019/) at tech companies. Not enough to switch as I enjoy Uber and refreshers will close the gap a bit.
      Dec 30, 2019
  • Lyft
    hWpx71

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    hWpx71
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