Navigating a Job Offer Dilemma as a New Software Developer

I recently graduated and have been working at my first full-time job as a software developer for about 10 months. My manager has been incredibly supportive, mentoring me as I took on more responsibilities than I initially expected. I've built around 15 internal business applications, automated several processes, and trained employees, becoming the go-to person for maintaining these systems. My company had been in the process of promoting me, with a new role approved but not finalized yet. However, I accepted another job offer that provided better compensation and seemed to offer broader enterprise experience. After I submitted my resignation, my current company acted quickly. They upgraded my title, transitioned my role from hourly to salaried, and increased my compensation by $30,000. The highest-ranking manager even advocated for me to the VPs, which made me feel valued. While the new company still offers a higher salary of $50,000 more, the daily responsibilities are less clear. I know my worth and the ownership I have at my current job, but I'm uncertain about my long-term career path and what I want to specialize in. I'm trying to make a decision that benefits my career in the next 5-10 years, not just for the immediate future. I'm seeking advice from anyone who has faced a similar situation. What would you do?

Job title: software developer

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