1. Do Google recruiters usually not communicate level and compensation upfront?
2. How can I demonstrate readiness for an L6 role instead of L5 or L4?
Context: G recruiter contacted me for an S&O Lead role in Cloud in Chicago. In the call, they said the level would be L4, L5 or L6, and they wouldn't share any figures on comp, saying that level and comp would be determined by the interview process.
About me: 11 yoe (all consulting, 5 as manager), Top 5 UG + M7 MBA, no SWE experience.

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Based off what you shared you are probably l5

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Google is a but notorious for down leveling. Definitely push for 6 but wouldn't be shocked at L5. The leveling conversation is not necessarily in the recruiters hands at this point though. It is evaluated throughout interviews by interviewers who are deciding 1)whether or not to hire you and 2) at what level

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+6
Also, TC between 220 and 320 at L5 (in your case probably closer to the higher end)

Best of luck! Probably L5

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Okay, L5 looks likely. How do you recommend I push for L6? Level information I am finding online is very engineering focused instead of cloud S&O focused.

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Agree with G3 - basically do your best and hope for the best. While the higher level is definitely preferred by most, part of the process is also making sure you come in appropriately leveled for future performance conversations. From a pay perspective everyone always wants more, but many times it is better to come in as an L5 that is average to above average earning good ratings (exceeds/strongly exceeds expectations) vs. coming in as an L6 but performing below average relative to peers ?(needs improvement ratings). Having an NI through perf may actually set you back more long term than coming in under leveled

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