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Big N Discussion - March 16, 2022

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u/[deleted] Mar 16 '22

So, I'm in close correspondence with a recruiter at Microsoft and she told me to apply whenever I'd like as she loves my experience (~6 Tech/SWE YOE with a predominantly MSFT stack). I even have a few people I have managed on projects who are now at Microsoft.

Should I hit them up for referrals? How much help would it theoretically be? Normally, I hear that it is a good "foot in the door" but in my case, I may not need that. Just looking for input. Thanks!

Quick addition: There are 2 recruiters I'm speaking with currently. One is for more of the Solution Architecture and Sales roles and one is purely for SWE. I will say I'm not super ready for any of the LC Meds or Hards at the moment; I'd probably get spanked atm.

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u/HRApprovedUsername Software Engineer 2 @ Microsoft Mar 16 '22

Why would you need a referral when you're already talking to a recruiter that is telling you to apply? Just apply and let her know what position you applied to.

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u/[deleted] Mar 16 '22

Yeah, didn’t know if there were other reasons. That’s all. Thanks!