Feeling like my brain is rotting away at G + I’m very surprised by how low my equity refresh was despite promo this year. I know this is coming from a very privileged standpoint but it hit especially hard since a friend of mine just got an offer for 300k+ and only has a few months more experience than me. The difference of ~55k isn’t significant but just the idea of a pay gap so early in my career here is annoying.
Comp at HFTs seems very high in comparison (seeing some 400k+ for new grad SWE on levels) and the flat structure sounds more appealing by the day. I’ve heard the interviews are brutal and WLB tanks significantly though.
Curious if anyone who left big tech has had a good time in HFT type places and if the jump was worth it. Equally interested in hearing the opposite experience as well. In case anyone is open to DMs, I’d really appreciate if I can reach out to ask more questions!
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They are very different stress and workloads. If you are wanting a more intense experience I would go for it. The comp is better but it does come at a price, and it always looks good on the resume.
I would go for it if I were you. The change will fight the brain rot.
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WLB is fine by finance standards. I work 45, and am not pressured to do more.
I think our interviews are fair but our standards are high. Comp is significantly higher than FAANG.