Google lowball L4 -> L3

Oracle
a_r_n

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Apr 14 15 Comments

Is it worth accepting a Google L3 with 4.5 YOE?
Is it possible to negotiate level?

Location: Bay Area
Expected TC: $255K - $280K

Current TC $180K

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  • Google
    iLGTMu

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    iLGTMu
    L3 with 280k TC? That's not a low-ball in terms of TC. Less responsibilities more pay ๐Ÿ˜†
    Apr 14 0
  • Amazon
    jnBs25

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    jnBs25
    Generally people on Blind will rage at you for accepting a Google downlevel. But, if you donโ€™t reasonably see yourself making as much money in your current role soon nor are able to get a competing offer then it canโ€™t hurt Iโ€™d say. Otherwise Iโ€™d interview elsewhere for the time being and see what you can get better.
    Apr 14 0
  • Walmart
    ligdfta

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    ligdfta
    Because it was your dream to join Google.
    Apr 14 0
  • Google / Eng
    TrollMan

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    TrollMan
    IMHO as long TC is good enough, I don't see why you shouldn't accept, except if you have a better offer elsewhere.
    Having a Google badge on your resume opens many future doors, and your title will be Software Engineer regardless of your level.
    Apr 14 2
    • Amazon
      yMjO20

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      yMjO20
      Donโ€™t you think though if OP wants to progress their career they will not be given the types of projects that will allow them to grow at L3? I mean OP could wait another year and interview for E5 at meta
      Apr 14
    • Google / Eng
      TrollMan

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      TrollMan
      I don't think there is any constraints on this regard. Actually the opposite, he may progress really fast, and accrue experience in a more "prestigious" company.
      Not that I think Google is all this hype, but let's be honest that have a FAANG in your resume really helps, and that includes Amazon as well.
      Apr 14
  • Google / Eng
    dogfoodie

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    dogfoodie
    Your desired TC is L4 range.
    Apr 14 0