You've learnt by doing stuff. That is awesome. That's how I started (started younger, but still). I'd suggest trying to become a little more well rounded. T

You've learnt by doing stuff. That is awesome. That's how I started (started younger, but still). I'd suggest trying to become a little more well rounded. Take some online Comp.Sci. courses if you feel like you're missing something in that area. Or even start a degree program while you're working. The stuff you think you don't know, go and tinker with that, ideally while getting paid ;) I'm willing to bet that in the specific areas you spent 5 years on you've got a lot of relevant experience. Presumably you've built relationships and some human credit where you are that you can cash on here. If you're looking to switch jobs your new employer is likely to match or offer you a better salary. Whether your title is "senior engineer" or whatnot. Given you work in a smaller company I wouldn't be surprised if a larger tech company pays higher salaries anyways. You can always carefully test the waters there... No shame in staying with the same company though if they're happy with you and you're happy with them... Without knowing you or any of the specifics this sounds like a success story. Stay positive!