Hi everyone,

I'm currently in a bit of a dilemma and would appreciate some advice from people who've been in a similar situation.

I have around 3 years of Salesforce development experience.

I'm interviewing with a product-based company**(Akamai)**, and from what I've learned, the role is likely Software Engineer 1. From what I've seen, many engineers with around 3 years of experience are hired as Software Engineer 2 (or equivalent) at several product companies, so I'm a little concerned about the level.

However, if I receive the offer, they're expected to offer around 18 LPA fixed, which is higher than my other option.

My other offer is:

• Accenture

• Hybrid

• Senior Analyst

• 15.4 LPA Fixed

  ETS (17.5 lpa) Hybrid

So my dilemma is:

• Would you choose a Software Engineer 1 role in a product-based company with 18 LPA fixed, even though the title seems one level lower for someone with 3 years of experience?
• Or would you choose the Senior Analyst role at Accenture because the designation better matches my experience?
• How much does the title matter in the long run compared to compensation, learning opportunities, and future growth?
• If I join as Software Engineer 1, could it negatively impact future job switches, or do recruiters care more about the work and compensation than the title?

My priority is long-term career growth rather than just the designation, but I don't want to make a decision I'll regret later.

I'd really appreciate hearing from people who've faced a similar choice or have experience hiring in product companies.

Thanks!

My offers:

1. Accenture (Service Based) – Gurgaon
   • CTC: 15 LPA fixed
   • Location: Gurgaon
   • Pros: Big brand, good Salesforce ecosystem, closer to my preferred location
2. ETS (Product Based) – Gurgaon
   • CTC: 17.5 LPA
   • Location: Gurgaon
   • Pros: Product-based company, better compensation, location works for me
3. PICO – Hyderabad
   • CTC: 19 LPA
   • Location: Hyderabad
   • Pros: Highest package, product-based (if I’m not wrong)
   • Cons: Relocation from North India

All 3 provides hybrid work setup.I'm currently residing in dehradun which is 4 hours from gurgaon.

Is anyone giving SDE 1 salesforce interview for akamai? Can anyone share interview experience for salesforce developer 1 in akamai technologies, do they ask dsa as well ?

Currently I'm working in deloitte which is a consulting firm , so I have offer from product base company (ETS) and consulting firm also, what you guys suggest is it good to consider product based company as a salesforce developer for stability and long term growth?

Is anyone giving SDE 1 salesforce interview for akamai? Can anyone share interview experience for salesforce developer 1 in akamai technologies, do they ask dsa as well ?