New Delhi, July 17 -- A former Amazon employee has sparked a conversation on social media after sharing an anecdote from his time at the tech giant, explaining why senior engineers often command significantly higher salaries than their junior counterparts.

The post, shared on X by Arpit Bhayani, centres on a newly hired Principal Engineer whose ability to identify a complex problem and propose a robust solution within weeks left his colleagues impressed. According to Bhayani, it wasn't just the engineer's speed that stood out-it was the experience behind it.

The post has since resonated with professionals, with many discussing whether deep expertise in solving similar problems outweighs constantly seeking new challenges.

Recalling the ...