Amazon vs Twitch vs FB vs Reddit vs TikTok vs Instacart vs Peacock TV

May 13, 2021 16 Comments

Hi guys, this is my first post. I'm seeking for some advice and guidance. I have spent almost a year in job searching and now was able to get into final round (virtual onsite) in the companies/positions below. I need help in how to prioritize those interview preps since I'm trying to schedule all virtual onsites in the next 3 weeks so that I will be able to compete offers.

Amazon - DS(L5)
Twitch - DS(L5)
FB - DS, Analytics (IC4)
Reddit - Sr DS(not sure is reddit senior the real "senior"? anyone can share)
Tiktok - Product Manager (not sure tiktok's level, looks like it's 2-2)
Instacart - Sr DA (not sure level)
NBCU/Peacock TV - DS Manager (Is this kind of DS manager useful in the resume. Anyone can answer)

Background: US top 20 stats/math bachelor and master. 4+ yrs as a data scientist in AdTech industry but super low pay (TC 145k)
Career goal: Product DS or Ads DS in short team. technical PM in long term. I was able to do beginning/intermediate level ML model e.g. has been writing several own simple ml packages but not interested/enjoyed the ML/AS work at all. Want be a strong data person to make product/business decision.

Q1: Is twitch on the resume better than amazon? better reputation and culture?
Q2: FB vs twitch?
Q3: Reddit looks like growing fast but I doubt the long term growth. The size is significantly smaller than others in this list. Pro: senior title. How does reddit's senior title worth?
Q4: How bad is tiktok's culture in US? Is it too early to become a PM with just 4 yrs ds exp
Q5: Instacart is already 39B. Feel like too high? Personally I think it should be around 15 - 20B
Q6: Peacock TV too new? Only 6% market share. Ranks No.6 in the market. How is DS manager title at NBCU/Peacock TV? Title inflation?? Can I leverage this title in the future to jump to a big tech?

Please share any tips/insights in how should I prioritize so many f*king important final interviews in 2 - 3 weeks window. I have spent 10 - 11 months in reading product books, mock cases, python/sql leetcode, stats/ml review, as well as 30 stories for the f*king LPs. Now it's the time to fight for myself. Appreciate all responses again.

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  • Instacart
    auudksd

    Go to company page Instacart

    PRE
    Google
    auudksd
    I wouldn’t join us if you think we should be 15-20b lol
    May 13, 2021 4
  • Google
    plop32

    Go to company page Google

    plop32
    FB or Reddit. Twitch would be cool but is getting more and more integrated into Amazon and you’re not going to get any refreshes or meaningful comp changes the same way Amazon treats comp.
    May 13, 2021 1
  • Cerner
    a.n.

    Go to company page Cerner

    a.n.
    TLDR
    May 13, 2021 0
  • Amazon
    Rafter

    Go to company page Amazon

    Rafter
    I think instacart. You can always circle back to FB. IC is high risk high reward. They offer really competitive pay and high growth opportunities at the moment.

    If you don't like there are plenty of options.

    Going thru an IPO is an experience and you can get it pretty soon and need not wait 3 5 years.

    I suggest talk with IC directors and managers. This will give you real insights and the valuation.

    Leadership is pretty strong. look at recent hires. They wouldn't have joined unless they see potential which is usually missed by individual contributors.
    May 13, 2021 0
  • 1. Twitch on resume is not necessarily better than Amazon
    2. FB
    3. Idk
    4.if you like being a PM then totally come.
    5. High to me
    6. Idk
    May 13, 2021 2