How to get a high TC job from here?

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gDrM78

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gDrM78
Sep 12, 2021 8 Comments

Hello,

I just got an offer for my first software engineer job (TC 140k), working with React for a very small company. I'm looking at all the posts on Blind with TC multiples of that, which is understandable, but I'd like to know what's the best way to get there in the future.

I have no formal CS education, but MS in another engineering field with many years of not very relevant experience. Decent portfolio though, can create a complete webapp myself. No leetcode training.

I think the problem will be more getting the interview than passing one. How will I get recruiters from tier one companies, coming from a non-conventional background and a small company?

My default path is just to do a good job for the next year or so, then see what's out there, but I am afraid if I don't do anything else it will just be more small companies interested.

Thanks!

#software #career #tc

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    • Heartland Financial
      Wgggyy47

      Heartland Financial

      Wgggyy47
      Seriously!? Jesus. Do you know your friend's TC by chance?
      Sep 12, 2021
  • Facebook / Eng
    xay

    Go to company page Facebook Eng

    xay
    Start leetcoding
    Start learning system design
    Wait 1-2 years to build up your experience

    Then apply using referrals if recruiters aren’t reaching out yet
    Sep 12, 2021 2
    • New
      gDrM78

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      gDrM78
      OP
      Thanks, so 1-2 years exp would make a difference? I ask bc someone at FB actually referred me already and crickets.
      Sep 12, 2021
    • Facebook / Eng
      xay

      Go to company page Facebook Eng

      xay
      Yes. Ideally 2 for FB
      Sep 12, 2021
  • What location is the 140kTC in?
    Sep 12, 2021 3