Qualtrics vs Upstart
Hi all, Got an offer from Qualtrics (Seattle) recently Upstart Base - 145k Rsus - 230k / 4 Perf bonus - 15% Location - Remote, MCOL Role - SDE 2 Qualtrics Base - 146k Rsu - 278k / 4 Perf bonus - 5% (meets expectations) Location - Seattle Role - SDE 2 I have asked Qualtrics to increase, however, said if you join now, there will be a sign on bonus of 11k I personally don't think making a move to Seattle with a TC of around 225k is not worth it Which one would you choose ? Update - YoE - 4 Current TC - 110k #Qualtrics #Upstart #swe
Why does Qualtrics does not pay a lot in Seattle at least ?
Your calculations don't factor in our stacking refreshers.
What do you mean by stacking refreshers? Do the refreshers stack at the end of the 4th yr ?
Upstart P/E is 550, I don't think there is upside wrt stock. Don't know shit about qualtrics Congrats on the offers 👏👏
Cool. Thank you
yup .. look at upstart stock .. super over priced .. unless they have policy to guarantee you 230k, there is a big downside if it tanks.. depends on your risk appetite.
Yoe?
Updated the post to reflect the current TC and YoE. Thanks
What is the MCOL location? Seattle may not be as expensive as you think. Ask Qualtrics for a sign on bonus.
Are your from the Bayarea 😅 coz the place I live is not close the expenses in Seattle
No I’m from Austin and these days I feel expenses are around the same. 1 bhk in Austin downtown is 2000+
Qualtrics gives refreshers every year. 100k over four years for an L4. But this seems mostly like a "do you want to work remote" question. Qualtrics isn't gonna allow that
Thanks. Why is the performance bonus very low ? Like 5% for meets expectations What was your personal experience with this ?
It goes to 10% when you hit L5. It's personally such a small amount compared to my base and equity, I don't really ever think about it
No sign on bonus at Upstart?
Nope, how much sign on can I ask?
No idea mate. Were these offers the initial offers or negotiated offers?
What is the RSUs vesting period for Qualtrics vs Upstart?
Standard 1 yr vest and quarterly after that
Upstart vests monthly after 1 yr
For options, not RSU
Op can you please share what level of LC questions to prep for upstart? And what sort of system design question are asked? Have an upcoming interview where i will be asked both coding and sdi in 1 hour 🤷♂️
Do you want to live in Seattle? No? choose Upstart & be remote Yes? Choose upstart and live in SEA
Hahah ...thanks for asking this question. No, I don't want to be in Seattle at least with this salary, I don't want to make a move