There’s an opportunity at a company I’ve always wanted to work at. However, i feel the current opening would be quite a step down as I have several years more experience and much more responsibilities than this is calling for. Is it worth applying to warrant a conversation with hiring manager? Message hiring manager to see if there’s flexibility (not sure how would address this)? Or just stay patient for something my level?

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Apply, and interview for the job posted. Express your interest and sell your skills realistically. If they want you at that level, they'll make it happen.

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It may be in bad faith to have an interview knowing you won’t take the job. But if I were you I would apply and immediately reach out to the hiring manager saying you are interested in joining the team but at more senior level. Then if the recruiter reaches out tell them the same. And see where it goes from there. Just don’t lease them on.

I also recommend not taking the job just because it’s your dream company. They are often not always what you think and there is no reason to stunt your growth IMHO

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Ask how firm they are with salary, see if they will negotiate

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