Changing job for higher TC. Would it be better in long term

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HGwR54
Sep 15, 2019 6 Comments

Hi everyone,
It's getting crazy in Tech talents recruiting in Seattle. The situation encourages people to change their employer after 2 years or so for 30-50% higher TC. I am just wondering, what would be the professional accomplishment if ones just move so frequently? For the entry levels, that makes sense that you may grow enough after 2 years, but for more senior roles, do you think that is enough? For long term career development, would sticking with a job and achieving the professional goals are better than pursuing the big bucks every couple of years? I am amazed with a kid that used to be my intern. He joined MS, stayed there for roughly 2 years, moved to Google for 2 more years, and now just landed in FB with a TC almost 50% higher than mine. Absolutely no jealous but seriously, he is simply too ordinary. Are the employers that thirsty?
About myself, 5 years at Amazon after 5 years in another tier-2 tech company. Joined as L5 and got promoted to L6 after 3 years. I am currently working in a big "L7 scope" project which may be rewarded as a promotion in a few years. However, my TC is just shy as 260K. Should I continue chasing the promotion or think about a move for a better salary? I am confident that I can get any offer around 350K if I really want to move, but will it be better in long term?
Thanks

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