You also have to look at how much $$ is printed year to year and how much inflation hit IT sector. After finally deciding to switch jobs I got twice the salary

You also have to look at how much $$ is printed year to year and how much inflation hit IT sector. After finally deciding to switch jobs I got twice the salary of previous employer when I hoped Ill get 20-30%. Market is not catching up to goverments pomping out new taxes and inflation.