Keeping Resume Future Proof and Future Ready.

Is it always recommended to switch companies in a couple of years?

Here are some reasons that people will switch companies:

1. Higher TC when switching companies
2. Lack of work/life balance
3. Lack of career growth

If you are pretty satisfied with the above, you probably don't need to think about it too much. You can test the strength of your resume by sending it out every year to see how receptive companies are to your resume.

I wouldn't try to over-optimize your decision, though. I've seen people who left a company after 7-8 months and people who were at a company for almost a decade have no trouble finding another job (although, this was before 2021, so it might be different now).

The topic of how long to stay at a company is tricky. You're right that recruiters and hiring managers will make judgments about you if they feel you've been at a company for too short or too long a time period.

I made a video exploring these nuances here: When To Properly Leave Jobs So Your Career Doesn't Get Punished

Basically, it boils down to the narrative you're able to present for future opportunities. Does it sound like you're doing the same old job for years, with no real growth? That's not a good sign.

Does it sound like you're jumping between projects or companies without having learning anything? Also not a good sign.

If you're content in your job, I'd worry less about future-poofing your resume, and worry more about succeeding in your job. If/when you decide to do the job hunt, you'll have plenty of time to polish your resume...