[ryanmarsh]

It's my dream to work at USDS.

First I need to save enough money to cover the difference in salary for 2-3 years.

[Klonoar]

Mmmm, I've been through the process and gotten an offer, and it wasn't that far off what the industry standard is (and honestly beats regular DC rates). They're really solid overall.

Granted everyone's got their own experiences, so YMMV I guess. Just curious where your data comes from?

[ryanmarsh]

I read (sorry I don't recall where) a comment on GS levels for USDS. It was like half my current income. Perhaps I should just apply and find out for sure though.

[knowaveragejoe]

https://www.usds.gov/join#compensation

[gmarx]

I worked on a government contract years ago. The government employees always told me that their pay was better than it seemed because of the amazing benefits including a great vacation policy. I never made a spreadsheet to test this assertion