[gedy]

> getting into big tech is the most straightforward way to get a visa currently

I don't know about that, basically the main reason we were able to hire new grads and juniors at previous company with lower comp is people wanting a visa (which we sponsored)

[trimethylpurine]

I don't see the issue. Visas are valuable, and/or expensive, and that should be considered as part of the compensation.