I work as senior engineer YOE 10 years mid 30s with TC close to 140k@Florida. Working on implementation of a product idea for past 1.5 years and it further needs 30-40k in investment before it gets to the public. So far invested 30k on the product. I am binded with H1B visa with my current employer so really can’t actively be engaged with the start up but can continue as passive investor. I have co partner who is US citizen. Started realizing the complexities of continuing this route. just doing reality check if it is worth to go this route or put the same time in leetcode to crack FAANG firms. I have my family here in Fl with 1.5 year old son.
It's a risk/reward analysis. Rewards for faang are well documented , other risk and reward that you are only aware of.
FAANG has a much higher expected value than a startup. You may also find this helpful: https://danluu.com/startup-tradeoffs/
I'm currently deciding between FANG and a high potential growth startup. Great timing to see this link. Thanks for sharing!
Depends on which FNG and which startup. Also which team/manager
You haven't shared the startup sector, gross margin or TAM. So, can't really comment on this. Share some more details.
faang for you my friend
Got for the startup if you are feeling strongly. It will be stressful with toddler but provided your partner can step with the kid responsibulity.