Why does it matter where you work? It a small unknown company pays more than FANG, what reasons to not take it? If you’re good you can probably change back to FANG without much trouble? TC: 205K YOE: 1
The “probably” in your statement is the problem OP. The interview process at these companies make it like a lottery. But I guess once u have one of these names, you might as well switch for a good opportunity. Don’t know about others, but after some point, google allows you to join back with in an year without interviewing again.
What small unknown companies pay more than FNG?
prestige opens doors, and you get to potentially work with higher caliber people.
I would work at a tiny unknown place that paid more than Google no problem
It’s important because ppl are intelligent in such companies. Second or third tier companies will have second or third tire ppl
Not entirely true. Our sector, in general, has smart people no matter the company. One of my mentors has never worked for a Fortune 500 company and he’s better than everyone I work with on a daily basis at Amazon.
Small companies often pay more than FANG because you will be in a much more senior position for the given level of experience ie. senior manager at small vs mid level dev at tier a/b. That being said, big names on your resume is what gets you that next big job so your life will be much easier if you always move up in company size/prestige. Many of us however prefer to be paid large sums of money at less prestigious companies for doing really very little though I would not recommend it to anyone starting out in their career.
There are smart and intelligent people at nearly every company... there are just perhaps fewer of them and they occupy pretty central positions. As far as "prestige" goes, it all matters on what you did while you were there, the role you played, and how big an impact you've made. To me, this is what I hope/expect to come out of it: 1) Cut through politics--My opinion carries more weight, and I set the agenda. 2) Take less bullshit from bosses or execs. The minute I sense my talent is not being valued appropriately, there are a half dozen other clients/employers waiting. Good luck explaining to the board why your project had to be delayed another quarter or two. 3) Stronger negotiating power for the intangiables: Flex time, more generous compensation, vacation, access to benefits usually exclusive to C-level in some cases. 4) Access. I expect to have access to key decision-makers when there's a problem. 5) Greater control over the path of my career. The world looks far different when it's you who's assessing your client's readiness to take you on board rather than hoping they'll accept you during an interview.
Barely saw good stuff from an amazon employee. But this is the most positive post I’ve ever seen from an Amazonian !