I got laid off in December. I want to keep my head high and have decided to retire just after 6 years in the industry. AMA
Don't think bad of this industry just Because of Amazon. Amazon is known for having worst WLB and pip culture. There many companies much better than Amazon.
My friend, I have thrived at Amazon. Become a L6 in 4 years. Never worked more than 40 hours in the week. I love it here. All my skills I have learned here.
And the most important, I am a good engineer, I know it. I have made millions for the company.
People feel Amazon WLB is skewed coz they don’t know how to work or how to get work done. Amazon always treated me well.
I don’t think industry is bad, I am just moving out of it.
Love the counter-narrative here. Behold, a contrarian is born! ;)
Why retire? What factors have you considered? And which country?
I am retiring from this industry and will start something of my own.
I have considered that I have build enough for this industry with my knowledge, so I can create something for my self now.
So when you say retiring, you still plan to work but for your own company?
How much have you saved up to take such a risk?
Around $400k
Are in India or foreign?
