I did, and I hated it. As it turns out, what I really loved about the "higher" level was the scope and impact of my work, and the more strategic view of things

I did, and I hated it. As it turns out, what I really loved about the "higher" level was the scope and impact of my work, and the more strategic view of things. In my case, moving "down" also meant a huge (like 200-300%) increase in pay. I lasted 3 years in the higher-paying, yet "lower" role. I recently moved back to a "higher" role and am substantially happier.