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I know our salaries sound a little low, but I can afford to live on 6 acres and have a 10 minute commute to work. If you are looking for a similar lifestyle the

I know our salaries sound a little low, but I can afford to live on 6 acres and have a 10 minute commute to work. If you are looking for a similar lifestyle then this might actually be one of the best paid jobs in tech.

SamuelAdams 7y ago
I live in MI and have had several friends go to U of M. I really question that "10 minute commute to work". When college season starts AA gets really crowded and commute times lengthen considerably. AA is one of the most expensive cities in MI, but it's still much cheaper than SF / NYC. Most average developer positions in MI are around 60 - 80k for juniors, 100 - 120k for seniors. This position might be great for someone who wants to complete a master's program, oftentimes colleges will offer free tuition as part of your comp.
- Tehchops 7y ago
  Yea. Also affordable housing on that salary means you will not be living near anything desirable. Essentially means country living and car ownership... not the cheapest thing in Michigan.
  - leesec 7y ago
    Lol. Lived comfortable on 52k a year near Detroit. Was definitely near a bunch of desirable stuff. 68k you'd be low key ballin' Yes you do need a car.
  - netman21 7y ago
    Here is a nice 2 bed condo in Chelsea for $199k. https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/570-Fieldstone-Cir-N-Chelsea-MI-48118/84690703_zpid/ https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/570-Fieldstone-Cir-N-Chel... Lots of tech around to indulge your side hussle.
- whalesalad 7y ago
  Commuting in and out of A2 is pretty trivial. It’s not pleasant but you’re making it sound like it’s a big deal. I used to do it a few times a week from Royal Oak.
mikekchar 7y ago
I just want to say that I've worked in a research group at a University before and it was one of the best experiences I've ever had as a programmer. I'm almost exactly on the other side of the world, so I won't be applying, but if I weren't it would be tempting, even at the low salary. I hope you find someone good!
dvdhnt 7y ago
This might get downvoted... I actually love that you wrote this additional comment. One of my classmates ended up working for a certain school in South Bend - five years on and he still loves it. If only my wife would move somewhere with more snow...

SamuelAdams 7y ago

I live in MI and have had several friends go to U of M. I really question that "10 minute commute to work". When college season starts AA gets really crowded and commute times lengthen considerably. AA is one of the most expensive cities in MI, but it's still much cheaper than SF / NYC. Most average developer positions in MI are around 60 - 80k for juniors, 100 - 120k for seniors. This position might be great for someone who wants to complete a master's program, oftentimes colleges will offer free tuition as part of your comp.

Tehchops 7y ago
Yea. Also affordable housing on that salary means you will not be living near anything desirable. Essentially means country living and car ownership... not the cheapest thing in Michigan.
- leesec 7y ago
  Lol. Lived comfortable on 52k a year near Detroit. Was definitely near a bunch of desirable stuff. 68k you'd be low key ballin' Yes you do need a car.
- netman21 7y ago
  Here is a nice 2 bed condo in Chelsea for $199k. https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/570-Fieldstone-Cir-N-Chelsea-MI-48118/84690703_zpid/ https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/570-Fieldstone-Cir-N-Chel... Lots of tech around to indulge your side hussle.
whalesalad 7y ago
Commuting in and out of A2 is pretty trivial. It’s not pleasant but you’re making it sound like it’s a big deal. I used to do it a few times a week from Royal Oak.

mikekchar 7y ago

I just want to say that I've worked in a research group at a University before and it was one of the best experiences I've ever had as a programmer. I'm almost exactly on the other side of the world, so I won't be applying, but if I weren't it would be tempting, even at the low salary. I hope you find someone good!

dvdhnt 7y ago

This might get downvoted... I actually love that you wrote this additional comment. One of my classmates ended up working for a certain school in South Bend - five years on and he still loves it. If only my wife would move somewhere with more snow...