> I look at some of my lower level engineering peers that are "stuck" in their careers (5+ years at the same level, no management responsibility), and honestly I feel like they have a pretty blissful life.
I moved from Engineering Manager "down" to Senior Engineer 15 months ago. I had pretty much the same perception as this.
I moved from Engineering Manager "down" to Senior Engineer 15 months ago. I had pretty much the same perception as this.
I still do. My life is blissful now. Go for it!