Have an offer with Amazon Advertising for $238k ($155 base, $75k sign, 100 shares with Amazon backloaded vesting). The recruiter says it’s top of range and doesn’t want to negotiate. I have 10 years of experience in advertising and tech. I expected more from a brand name company. Also, they downgraded me from Principal to Senior. Is this a good offer? This is slightly less than what I make (all base) now but I do not have brand name on my resume.
Amazon will nickel and dime you every chance it gets
What is backloaded vesting?
I agree I do not have FANG experience but my current salary is $258k ($235 base + bonus) and startup equity and at executive level. Can Amazon match my salary? The conversations have been fruitless.
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Of course but am asking if am missing a spot in my negotiations. Any advice?
If you are in NYC or Bay Area you can get upto 280k in L6 and 260k otherwise.
It's a fair offer. More than this year's incoming MBA PMT. However, there is more room at the top of the PMT range if you're inclined to push for more. Alternately, you could swap shares for more cash in years 1-2.
What was the comp looking like for the MBAs?
Approx. $140k base, $90k sign, 75 shares
I’d say accept it and see what you get in a year or so from competitors or startups.
Thank you!
I'd decline if I were you, unless the work in the Amazon role would be far more interesting to you. Before you decline, definitely negotiate more to see what you're worth. They should definitely not be paying you in the same band as a new MBA grad, despite what other posts here suggest. Amazon is a shit company with forced attrition, zero WLB and laughable benefits, so this is not better than your current role. Imo you should hold out for an opportunity that is actually better.
That’s a good signing bonus, but the base and equity seem low relative to other large tech companies. Not sure what the norm is within Amazon.
When you say downgraded you... Do you realize you aren't even close to a principle at Amazon? Your previous title is worthless if it's not in FANG. I think it's a good offer considering your experience, if you're so great just get a competing offer ezpz.