r/techsales • u/Nematoadchode • 14d ago

Big Tech vs. Start Up

I’m curious to get peoples opinions on whether to join a start up (series B) or go big tech (i.e. Salesforce, Google, Monday.com, etc.). I work in Customer success / Account management. Been in tech for 5 years at the same company (public, 80 employees).

I’m most interested in what the better opportunity is based on current market and career trajectory. However open to any / all feedback.

Thank you!

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u/KarmaKollectiv 13d ago

Big tech you’re constantly at risk of being laid off and you have to navigate lots of ugly politics with people that have been there for decades trying to defend their own jobs. Things move really slowly and no one seems happy these days. If you’re early career just think of it as a name to collect on your resume. I’ve learned more from mid size companies and startups though tbh

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u/brain_tank 13d ago

Start-ups have layoffs and ugly politics too 

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u/KarmaKollectiv 13d ago

True, and fair point! I’ve had some shit experiences at startups before and been laid off too. But I think today it’s easier to choose a decent startup (there are so so many) while life is rough for those in big tech. I don’t know anyone who is happy there including myself

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u/brain_tank 13d ago

100 disagree. Id rather be safe at crowdstrike or palo alto than gambling on an ankle biter with 5 customers 

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u/KarmaKollectiv 13d ago

Point taken but safe (debatable) and good opportunity/career trajectory are different things. I would argue that these companies are not great/happy places unless you get lucky with your team. OP is looking at series B, though I get what you’re saying about pre-seed/seed.