CompensationApr 13, 2018
Uber91!gd

Uber V/s LinkedIn

Need help with LI offer eval Current and LI - both Non-Engg roles Current: L4 Base - 110k RSU ~ 20k/yr (409A rate) Bonus target - 10k/yr No 401k, ESPP LI offer: IC3 Base - 135k RSU ~ 12.5k/yr Bonus target - 10% 401k, ESPP Need help in answering : - Uber L4 to LI IC3, is it a down level? - Does the bump in base and MSFT stock justify giving up current Uber stock? (I know it’s paper, but it will have some value eventually) LI Recruiter was unwilling to budge

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Intuit val halla Apr 13, 2018

Uber subsidizes every ride and is a long way from a profit. Its more likely that ride sharing will crash and burn than an IPO at this point. Go LI.

Uber Jumper Apr 13, 2018

Some people get some facts wrong. I’m just surprised you got everything wrong.

Intuit val halla Apr 13, 2018

Keep telling yourself that, drone

Microsoft ZuckB Apr 13, 2018

Check out levels.fyi for level mapping. I’d shop around for better offers if I were you. The little increase doesn’t seem to be worth the hassle of switching companies etc.

LinkedIn tyope Apr 13, 2018

Levels.fyi is for engineering roles

Uber 91!gd OP Apr 15, 2018

True

Uber ought Apr 13, 2018

Always take liquid over non liquid if the comp is same

Uber ljlljlljl Apr 13, 2018

Say that to the hundreds of millionaires who joined Uber 4+ years ago. While what you say is partially true, fortunate favors the brave, no risk no reward

Uber ought Apr 13, 2018

Again, "If comp is same" liquid is liquid, if I am joining an startup, even a unicorn like Uber. I expect 2x equity because payment is delayed. Also there is no guarantee how the stock will perform when Uber IPOs, not to forget lockup period. Microsofts stock is stable. Its better to cash out on RSU and invest in FAANG than to take a risk with Uber for same comp.

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Lambada Apr 13, 2018

LinkedIn has a great brand and the comp is about 10% up. There is also a lot of value in just seeing how different companies operate from a learning perspective.

LinkedIn kelps Apr 14, 2018

Uber doesn't provide 401k?!

Capital One NameIsFake Apr 14, 2018

I think they mean 401k matching

Uber 91!gd OP Apr 14, 2018

Correct - no match

LinkedIn Hdufienbsb Apr 14, 2018

It’s more about work. 10% less in compensation is nothing if the work at uber really grows your skills and connections.

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Lambada Apr 14, 2018

😂 lol

LinkedIn whatsmynam Apr 14, 2018

"it will have some value eventually" ... Why?

LinkedIn whatsmynam Apr 14, 2018

When???

Google callofwild Apr 14, 2018

LinkedIn, and I usually like to take bold risks. I have zero confidence in Uber right now, although Dara might prove us all wrong.

Google callofwild Apr 14, 2018

Also, try to get more equity.

Uber recruiter1 Apr 14, 2018

110k base is a L3offer at Uber. Also, 409a doesn’t mean much and it is companies best interest to have very low 409A value so they pay less tax. As a young person, this is the best time to take risk. Uber might be risked but will offer more to your career than LinkedIn.

Google callofwild Apr 14, 2018

Can you be more specific about how Uber has more to offer?

Uber 91!gd OP Apr 14, 2018

Thank you. I’m L4 non-tech. Uber’s non-tech pay is 25th percentile of market rate. Been here over a year. Haven’t found my career growth even with above target perf. Hence, looking-around.