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Product Manager 3 months ago
Returning to Microsoft - Compensation & Level Expectations
Hello everyone,
I am considering returning to Microsoft and would appreciate some advice on my compensation and level expectations.
Background Information:
- Total Experience: 15 years+ MBA from top US B school
- Product Management Experience: 7 years
- 5 years at Microsoft
- 2 years at startup organizations - principal PM and VP of Product Management (current role)
- Current Compensation:
- Base: $180,000
- Bonus: $60,000
Additional Context:
When I left Microsoft, I was at Level 63 and had spent one and a half years at that level. I was expecting a promotion within the next few months.
Questions:
- What compensation and bonus can I reasonably expect if I rejoin Microsoft as a Technical Specialist (technical sales)?
- Is it unreasonable to ask for Level 65 given my experience and previous tenure at the company?
Thank you in advance for your insights and recommendations.

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qwertyCoderSoftware Engineer 3 months ago
What location are you in? I'll assume Seattle since that'd be most common. For comp I'd expect around $250k mark give or take. I don't think it's unreasonable. You'll want to make sure you have this conversation in the initial recruiter screen / as early as possible so that they interview you for the correct level.
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DQGProduct Manager 3 months ago
I am in Dallas, TX and the Tech sales role is in Dallas areas as well.
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