There are two job openings with a company I would die to work for. I have the experience required for the higher paying position but I believe it will be very competitive. The other position is a step lower, still great salary and I’m definitely qualified but would rather have the other position. Do I apply for both in hopes to get one or stick to just the higher one I want so I don’t send mixed messages?? Edit: The lower posting will close before the other one.

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Apply to the higher position and if you don't hear back, apply to the second.

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The lower position closes before the other one 😬

Apply for the higher position if you would be fine in the worst case it doesn't go through. So you go to the dream company without any regrets.

Yes you absolutely apply for both. Why not? I don't see anything wrong with it.

One has an average pay of $250k, the other is $180k. The second will work under the first. I’m afraid it will look like I don’t really think I’m qualified for the first and that I am just desperate for anything.

You can apply for both. Just inform the interviewer that you applied for the other role as well. Companies are not that strict as long as you disclosed it to the interviewer.

I guess my biggest fear about applying for both is sending a mixed message about what I feel my skill level is and expectation around pay.

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