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Leaving big tech for a founding engineer role

Considering the long-term career impact of joining a startup as a founding engineer versus staying in big tech and getting promoted

What I wish I knew
"When evaluating job opportunities, consider the potential impact of AI on the job market"
If I could tell you one thing
"Diversify your skillset to prepare for future career success"
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Complicated feelings about the outcome.
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