My job history: Company A (unknown): 4.5 years Company B (large, known): 14 months Current Amazon: 7 months I wanted to give Amazon a chance but my wlb is bad and I want to move on. However, I've only been here for 7 months, coming from my last job where I was only there for 14 months. Left that job because Amazon came calling with a good opportunity. If I change now will it look like I'm a job hopper ot got PIP'd out of my last two jobs? If I should stick around, how long is enough? 1yr? 2yr? EDIT: TC: 230k L5
Just switch, noone cares
Based on your stats, you don’t look like a job hopper. People usually have stints that were less than a year. Some times things don’t work out and most companies understand.
No one cares
I’ve gotten this advice a lot early in my career and after a few jobs I’ve decided I really disagree. 6 months is long enough to get thru the pain of switching jobs, settle in, and have a solid sense of whether or not this job is a fit. If you’re having persistent issues at 6 months, they likelihood of them being resolved at 1 yr or 18 months is v low. Cut your losses OP you’re doing fine, you don’t look like a job hopper. It’ll take you a month or two to find a new job anyway.
There is no fixed minimum number on how long you should stick around before looking for a new opportunity. It’s possible that you might have some difficulties in finding a new job because prospective employers may ask why do you wanna leave so soon? Never mention wlb as the reason btw. Also, you’re unhappy at your current job and that’s what matters the most. If a new company is ready to give you an offer, why do you care how the job changes will look on your resume? Just keep looking and if you get an offer, take it
They'll ask you why you're looking to move. As long as you answer this professionally, you'll be fine. People know about Amazon culture, but don't rant on it.
14 months is not a short time. 7 months at amazon could be questioned, however, just focus on what did you do/learn while at Amazon if you are being asked that question, and it will take average 2-3 months to land a job. Whatever you decide, good luck!
10 years
I don’t think anyone questions short time at amazon . People know their averages. Take care of yourself not your resume
10 years minimum