Uber (PgM, Tech) vs. Amazon (PMT)

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crp

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crp
Mar 15, 2021 13 Comments

Got an offer for L5 PMT (Product Manager - Technical) at Amazon Devices (Bay Area) with TC of $255K (mostly cash, few RSUs).

Currently a L4 PgM, Tech (Program Manager - Tech) at Uber (Bay Area) with TC of $205K (some cash, some RSUs). On track to get promoted to L5A within next 6-12 months.

Excited about role at Amazon as I’ve been trying to break into Product Management for a while. Reluctant to join because I’ve been getting a terrible impression of Amazon on Blind due to lack of good mentorship, bad WLB and strong PIP culture.

Reluctant to leave Uber because I’ve established myself on my team and will have to give up unvested equity. I believe Uber stock price can go quite high over next 2 years. I’m also on a visa and Uber has started my GC process (not anywhere near the I-140 stage though).

Also started studying for GMAT as I’m targeting to apply for the top 10 MBA programs for preferably Fall 2022 session or Fall 2023 session at the latest. So another factor I’ve been thinking about is which job will better allow me to do MBA prep.

I’m very conflicted so would greatly appreciate insights. Thanks!

#tech #productmanagement #mba #uber #amazon

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  • Twitch
    qjPj67

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    qjPj67
    The hardest part of becoming a PM is getting your first PM job. If you think you want to even try product management, I would take the Amazon offer. You can always go back to program (and probably Uber) if you don’t like product.
    Mar 15, 2021 8
  • Amazon / Product
    ifff

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    ifff
    +1, go for the PMT before MBA, and you'll be set when you come out. Recruiters love MBA + PM at Faang. But also if you want to start your own company, having PM will make it easier to raise $$$. Fair warning Dave Limps org (devices) can be a bit of a meat grinder.
    Mar 15, 2021 1
    • Uber
      crp

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      crp
      OP
      Thanks for the insight, this is helpful to know! Leaning towards accepting Amazon now after speaking to friends/family and thinking about my post-MBA goals
      Mar 15, 2021
  • TI
    TGTPM

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    TGTPM
    What’s your YOE? I joined Devices recently and am enjoying it so far. Happy to share pointers from my experience. Feel free to DM.
    Mar 15, 2021 1