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I think you already know that practically, it is pretty much impossible that you will close the gap at your current company. The fact that such a large gap has

I think you already know that practically, it is pretty much impossible that you will close the gap at your current company. The fact that such a large gap has persisted over multiple years demonstrates that your management doesn't reward performance in a competent manner. If you land a position at a Big 4/5, you can expect to make 300k+ (total comp), and still retain flexible work hours, PTO, etc. Competition for dev talent is fierce, and with good interview / negotiation skills, it is possible to make integer multiples of your current comp without sacrificing perks such as a good team and flexible hours. Also, read this: http://haseebq.com/how-not-to-bomb-your-offer-negotiation/ http://haseebq.com/how-not-to-bomb-your-offer-negotiation/

throwaway007007 10y ago
Thank you ! that sounds about right and is inline with my thinking. checked out the link & bookmarked it - would be useful when I negotiate.
pc86 10y ago
> The fact that such a large gap has persisted over multiple years demonstrates that your management doesn't reward performance in a competent manner. The fact that the OP has been paid 25% below his peers for years shows that his bosses did a good job managing the budget and OP didn't really have a sense of what he was worth or what comparable positions like his should be making. Turning the tables it is entirely possible he can make up most or all of that gap. Whether he still wants to work there after being paid 25% less than everyone else is another issue.
sfaf 10y ago
People always mention the big 5 but what are they? Are there any major companies outside these 5 that pay 300K+?