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I’ve put myself up for L4 promo this cycle. Assuming I get it, what would be the best next steps to optimize for long-term growth/TC?
My understanding is that L5->L6 is extremely painful at Google. It may be easier to leave for a handful of years and gain managerial experience before returning.
L4->L5 is less challenging; however, I’m under the impression I can do this quicker at another company (if I leave after being freshly promo’d) AND get higher TC.
TC: 270K
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I’m considering leaving Google to go work at a startup, I’m wondering if things don’t work out how easy it’d be to come back to Google. I’d love to hear from people who returned to Google how the process was. Does the company value your previous tenure at Google, or do they treat you like any external candidate who never worked at Google before?
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Sounds like the right move. I would be very unlikely to hire someone with 5 YOE into a L5 role unless their experience and performance was extraordinary and uniquely tailored to the role.
I know we all believe the best about ourselves, but would encourage you to take an objective view here.
You get 3 apps per 30 days so not too late. I also mistakenly applied for an L5 before realizing the leveling, lol they’ll just reject you real quick
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How many years of experience do you have?
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B1 and M3, thanks for your advice; do you think it’s better for me to resubmit to L4 BizOps now, or wait to be formally rejected before doing so?
Do it now, you want to be one of the first to apply to each position
You’re not able to apply to a specific level..
$118-$170K L4, $146-$216K L5 in S&O per JDs - base range