Making the decision to work for a startup or big company can be difficult. Both have their own set of pros and cons, and it can be hard to decide which is right for you. In this blog post, we will discuss the differences between working for a start up and a big company, so that you can make an informed decision about your career. This post is mostly for folks who are in the very early stages of their tech career. Once you have gained some experience then you will know better what you want and you probably don’t need to read this post :).
Pros and Cons of Start Up
Working for a start up can be very exciting. You will be able to work on new and innovative projects, and you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the company. On the downside, start ups are often underfunded and understaffed, so you may have to work long hours for little pay. In addition, you might have less job security.
Pros and Cons of a Big Company
Working for a big company can be more stable and secure, but it can also be very bureaucratic. You may find yourself working on projects that you are not passionate about, and you may have less opportunity to make a real impact. On the upside, big companies often have more resources, so you will likely have better support and benefits.
So Startup or Big Company for the First Tech Job?
If you are a fresh graduate just starting your career then going startup route might be a great idea. It will give you an opportunity to learn and work on innovative projects. Since you are in the early part of your career chances are you have less responsibilities and can likely take more risk. As your career progresses your ability to take risk decreases.
If your startup is successful you will likely see a lot of growth both in terms of money and promotions. After that you can decide to join any other type of company based on your motivations. If the startup is not successful you will still gain valuable experience and can then join other big/medium sized companies.
Note for Visa Holders
If you are on Visa then the decision becomes tricky. Risk of joining a startup is too high since you have less options to switch in case the startup fails. In this case it is probably better to join a more established company. You might want to avoid big names as it also come with risk due to stiff competition. Ideal choice in this case would be to join a stable mid-size company till you get your green card (if you are applying for one) and then switch to a start up or a bigger company.
Conclusion
Making the decision to work for a start up or a big company can be difficult. Both have their own set of pros and cons, and it can be hard to decide which is right for you. In this blog post, we have discussed the differences between working for a start up and a big company, so that you can make an informed decision about your career.
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