Ask HN: Those who are working at big tech, why aren't you happy?
I am quite curious about those who attain highly paid job at big tech companies like MAGMA that are still not satisfied with their job. I believe most of the engineers working at big tech should be happy about their position. Yet, I see frequent comments on why people want to quit big tech and work for a local startup or smaller company. Why is it being such a trend?
If it is a moral issue or interest conflicts, I completely understand it. Other than that, what may be the reasons? I would like to know your opinions on it!
Thank you in advance.
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[ 3.1 ms ] story [ 22.0 ms ] threadI'm unhappy because I'm still spending 40+ hours a week making rich assholes richer. I'll be happier when I've saved up enough that I can afford to stop working. The nicest job in the world is still a job. Having a boss sucks, no matter how good your boss might be.
It may sound obvious, but maybe because money is not everything?
Personally, working at smaller companies means having a higher impact and more meaningful interactions.
Currently, I believe it's always good to have that extra cash lying around!
Like, always?
What's the point of making a boatload of money if you are extremely unhappy at work? I can tell you now that I've met many people who would work long hours for good money, only to spend the couple hours left of every day drinking.