Which career path to choose managerial, for e.g Engineering manager, director, or coding for e.g. Lead, architect in terms of scope in future, payscale and what is the highest roles these paths can lead to? For. e.g I have seen EMs grow to bigger roles like VP, do architects have something similar? Is it EM path is much more rewarding and faster rise in career?

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Same confusion here I have a chance that if i continue in my current role for 2 years I can be a Director
But wont be able to do much hands on coding , just bit of design , mentoring and coordinating
Guidance will be highly appreciated 🙏

which company you are in and experience?

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