Potentially transferring, want some opinions

Hi everyone!

I’m at a crossroads and would love to hear some of your opinions.

I have one year under my belt in a career ladder position. This goes up to gs12 but I really really hate the job itself(paper pusher 8 hours a day. I’ve been job hunting for a few months and have only been looking for other federal opportunities.

I found another job that I am qualified for and think I’ll enjoy much more but it seems to max out at gs9.

Would it be stupid to leave a ladder position?