Hi I have an offer with Indian consulting company (WITCH) for Austin, TX location for Apple client with base pay of 145K (+8% Bonus which is not concrete) and currently I am working full time in LA with base pay of 135K (No bonus) as Senior Software Engineer so not sure if it is too risky to switch on H1B for WITCH consultancy company. I have already visa approved for 2 years with new employer.
A much lower col area, with a 10k + (~8%) bonus seems pretty good to me. Of course it depends on your lifestyle/role you’re looking for. Don’t have visa issues so can’t comment on that (probably a big factor so I’m purely commenting Tc wise)
Not even close to being worth it. Seriously don’t even consider it
As cost of living is a factor and having Apple as a client on you resume can boost the future. That is the point I am considering.
Can you even put Apple on your resume though? Seriously, some clients have language stating contractors can’t say they worked for the client company on the resume. You should check.
Same situation, I think as a WITCH consultant, you’re not allowed to put client name. Hopefully I’m wrong so I can.
And a Job security too with them.
145k in Austin is a very high tc. You can live like a king with that salary!
Any other thought?
I am planning to join but asking if I am overlooking anything?
Weather of course and relatively less things to do if you are a outdoor person. Also, Indian consulting companies suck in terms of WLB (worked with them). Your Visa renewal also at jeopardy. Having said that, I think 140 and 8% bonus is a good number but aren't there any stock options or RSU? What role is this?
Full time to WITCH...definitely a NO unless you want to screw your visa and career by yourself.