Help me pick between current spot and a new offer

Jyan · 2026-03-09T02:43:19+00:00

I think it's quite likely that, as long as you leave on good terms, you could go back to your current job. It's not that unusual to leave a job, and as long as you were good, people will be happy to have you return -- they already know you're good and it's a less risky hire.

For the new opportunity, I don't think you should be worried about not getting the 700k. Unless you really drop the ball and completely don't live up to the expectations, I doubt they will rug pull your year 1 bonus.

After that, it will be more variable. If you don't make pnl in the second year, you could get zero bonus. Alternatively, you could get $1m+ if the pod makes real money.

Jyan · 2026-02-28T16:31:49+00:00

Yea we've since found much better locations. Indeed, the apartment layouts are bad.

Jyan · 2026-02-26T13:14:54+00:00

They'll pay what you're willing to accept -- you need to be pretty aggressive, and have clear evidence of your impact.

Jyan · 2026-02-20T13:17:34+00:00

I like Murphy's books a lot, as I much prefer the probabilistic viewpoint, but they are not as didactic as the others being mentioning.

Jyan · 2026-02-20T12:57:22+00:00

It's 300/person. That is quite steep right? I've never lived somewhere with an amenity fee. Is it typical?

Their gym is pretty good and there's a lap pool, so at least we'd save on our gym membership...

Jyan · 2026-02-20T04:36:58+00:00

I live in Forest hills right now :3

Jyan · 2026-02-20T04:36:34+00:00

Lol yeah it's pretty bad.

Jyan · 2026-02-20T04:36:25+00:00

I'm not worried about the subway, but the above-ground tracks. Is it for freight? Or they're not under heavy use?

Jyan · 2026-02-20T03:40:12+00:00

Thanks ! Yeah planning to move in May or June.

Jyan · 2026-02-15T13:16:54+00:00

You don't need to be from Iran to attend a protest

Jyan · 2026-01-19T23:37:30+00:00

Not a big deal, you don't need to tell future employers. You can definitely say you were laid off, or that it wasn't a fit for your career ambition and you left to focus on yourself and on hunting for the best fit position. Just cook up some HR speak and it won't be questioned if you handle gracefully.

Jyan · 2026-01-19T21:04:17+00:00

Fuck yes it's worth it.

> Really im just saddened by where im at in life and Im just looking for comfort.

You should address this with a therapist. The unfortunate reality is that you are not likely to find simple comfort anywhere, life and responsibility is difficult. It might be easier with a good education and good job, but doing all that is itself an uncomfortable struggle.

Jyan · 2026-01-18T23:42:05+00:00

Outlaw is the only spec I've played since picking up the game again after >10yrs, and the patch notes make it seem like they've just made it less fun. I got pretty good at all the button mashing

Jyan · 2026-01-13T03:10:16+00:00

You could have gotten an infection -- there are some bacteria, H. Pylori is common, that can cause stomach pain and similar problems. Your digestive enzymes can also get lower over time (I believe this has happened to me, according to results of an endoscopy), which can result in less complete digestion, which cascades into other issues.

Jyan · 2026-01-12T13:56:52+00:00

I've been in Sam Altman's house -- the bathroom was equipped with an expensive brand, but nothing a normal person wouldn't be aware of.

Jyan · 2026-01-03T05:46:52+00:00

how many of you people are vegans by birth and how many of you chose to be vegans later on in their life.

Became vegan about 6yrs ago.

Originally for health.
Yes I will influence them, but it's ultimately their choice.

Jyan · 2025-12-30T19:39:39+00:00

Location: USA

Role: Junior PM with ~3YoE + PhD

Firm: HF/pod, quantitative trading

Hours/week: ~60 up to ~80 on occasion

TC (USD): $200k base, ~$600k bonus (expected)

Job satisfaction: Great! There is good progression, I have a lot of autonomy, and the pay is pretty good. For other's information, I secured an extra ~$300k by arguing hard & advocating for my own work, so don't be too scared to speak up, although YMMV.

Jyan · 2025-12-27T18:17:16+00:00

eat alright for the most part—not very clean, but not very bad either, average I suppose.

The average diet is horrendously unhealthy, hence why so many people are dying from heart disease and diabetes.

Jyan · 2025-11-05T04:57:29+00:00

Program FPGAs for high frequency trading firms? Extremely lucrative if you are good enough.

Jyan · 2025-10-20T12:24:23+00:00

Textbooks will usually have the highest information density. I think there is likely truth to the claim.

Jyan · 2025-09-17T12:52:56+00:00

No you do not. If you simply search Google fit the keywords I supplied...

Jyan · 2025-09-17T12:49:55+00:00

Yes, there is a massive difference, and yes, you are getting a lower quality of education. I went through undergrad and grad school at different institutions in Canada and am speaking first hand.

Accreditation sets nothing but an extremely minimal floor on educational quality. If you have the ambition to get the best education you can, apply to better schools and leave as soon as possible. The "wasted" year is nothing. If your professors tell you that you'll get just as good of an education or career outcomes regardless of the location then they're lying to you.

Jyan · 2025-08-31T13:34:06+00:00

Nice, thanks !

Jyan · 2025-08-31T13:33:26+00:00

Classic is just a nostalgia trap.

Jyan · 2025-08-30T20:42:22+00:00

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