[lgsilver]

It’s true that if you can deliver to expectations, you could do it, but here’s the thing, growth in a job isn’t linear.

The amount you make as a manager, director, on up grows by more and more. Most company directors or VPs make 2-10x what a passably performing IC makes. Taking two jobs pretty much assures that you won’t grow in either one. Additionally, it only works when you don’t have too many other responsibilities and the demand is where it is for developers.

The minute demand slows down (like it’s doing now) most employers will start pushing for more in-person time from their teams; and have more options for changing out low-performers.

It’s probably one of the least efficient least sustainable ways you could earn enough to retire.