I’m a SWE and I wanted to transition to TPM role. I interviewed within Apple and got an offer. But the hiring manager said he runs another team which has TPMs turned into SAs, kinda like a hybrid TPM/SA role. He told me my technical background would help me ramp as SA if I do want to make a decision to become a full time TPM eventually. Question to the community - 1. what do SAs typically do? 2. How stressful is the role compared to SWE/TPMs? 3. Does it have a better career path compared to TPMs? 4. Who do they work with primarily? Feel free to add more points if you are an SA and know the difference in duties for TPM vs SA. PS: please do not ask why I’m transitioning or tell me it’s a downgrade. I understand and consciously made this decision. I like to experiment and want to do different things to life. TC: 300+ YOE: 6.5
What is SA? How many years at Apple. What is your current level at Apple