Title: Data Scientist (Level 61) Base: $140,000 Stock Awards: $75,000 over four years Cash Sign On: $20,000 (split between month 1 and month 13) Performance bonus: 10-20% Location: Redmond Is it worth switching to Microsoft when I know many people who get paid way higher at L61? The recruiter said this is the final offer. Immigration is a priority for me (I'm from a country where LGBTQ rights do not exist so I'd like to stay in North America) - currently on STEM OPT and Microsoft offers the option to move to Canada if H1B does not work out. My current company does not have a contingency plan. TC: 224K = 140K base + 338K pre-IPO stock over 4 years in bay area #microsoft #datascientist
That offer is a solid one for level 61
this is a nice tc for 61, typically it’s 180k
How is your current TC - 224K when 140K is base and stocks are worth nothing?
I just included the current stock valuation.
Thats the lowest low ball. Microsoft usually does that. Join them if you’re worried about H1B but move out as soon as you can once that’s sorted out
Take it OP - I think the value they add outside of TC seems really important
Bro it’s just Microsoft. Calm down.
Lol chill on me homie - I’m referring to the fact that they help OP with visa
I think I know you OP! You got this position with the office of Chief of Economist, right?
I don't follow.
The base is on the higher side for L61 The stocks are on the median end for L61 If you don't have a counter offer, they won't likely increase the stocks. If immigration is a priority, I'd be inclined to take it. Like you said, they offer a move to Canada if H1B doesn't pan out. You can always switch to another company later, and having Microsoft on the resume has never done anyone harm :)
Should we provide evidence of counter offer ?
The base is on the higher side for L61 The stocks are on the median end for L61 If you don't have a counter offer, they won't likely increase the stocks. If immigration is a priority, I'd be inclined to take it. Like you said, they offer a move to Canada if H1B doesn't pan out. You can always switch to another company later, and having Microsoft on the resume has never done anyone harm :)
Should we provide evidence of counter offer
Can you share your interview format and tips?
75 / 4 years right? Yeah I was able to double that with a competing offer but they will not budge if you do not produce that. If immigration is a priority though I would consider it.
Yep. They are not ready to match my current TC which is $224K.