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What was your longest tenure ever? (discuss.tchncs.de)
submitted 10 months ago by [email protected] to c/cs_career_questions
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Asking because I'm currently in a pretty happy position. Work is chill, colleagues are nice, full remote, pay is quite good. I've been here for one year and a half, and I could see myself staying here almost long term. My practice lead has been here for more then 10 years, he still seems pretty happy.

I know that goes against the usual consensus of moving every 3-5 years, so I wanted to see what you think about this.

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[–] MagicShel 3 points 10 months ago (1 children)

I don't disagree, but depending on where you're at career-wise, a few 15% raises can make a huge difference come retirement. There's always more factors than just money, but money is a significant factor. Remote work is frankly huge when you look at the money not having to commute is worth in unpaid hours and transit costs. I wouldn't go back to the office for a fifteen percent raise because I'd be losing money.

Appreciate your thoughts, though. The grass is definitely not always greener on the other side.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

a few 15% raises can make a huge difference come retirement.

Definitely! I got a huge raise before coming here, and I think I'm good on that side for a few years. Normally there should be a promotion at some point, with a raise linked to it.

I wouldn’t go back to the office for a fifteen percent raise because I’d be losing money.

Completely agree.