MEXot5Xz

Re:Ask HN: Career (Down) Path for a Principal on Monday December 06, 2021 @09:42PM (#29468604)

Short breaks sound like what I need!

Spot on about working hard there, I'd probably end up learning or writing code most days in my break anyway, just not for an employer.

I'm pretty open to moving down into another company when my time comes (I change job roughly every 3-5 years, as good things take time to materialise). I'm in Australia where there are not as many (good) opportunities at this level (compared to the US) but I can travel once the new born is flight ready.

Ask HN: Career (Down) Path for a Principal

Posted by MEXot5Xz on Monday December 06, 2021 @07:31PM
from the ask-hn dept.

Posting from a new account for anonymity.I'm currently a principal SE. The role/level has its obvious perks (recognition/influence/very well compensated/etc.).However, I feel some fatigue/burnout from leadership responsibilities. I have been burnt before and know what an ugly place it is.What are your advice to help bring back some balance? I have considered:* Taking a long break (up to 6...

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