Your friend is right in best case scenario. Studying is good time in recession if you can afford it.

Yes, but make sure you major in a field that still exists in 2 years (by GPT 6 era)

Software Engineer

Don't think too much about the economy, it settles within years time and well skilled people can always find opportunities. If you really want to go for PhD and can afford it, go for it. Also at the end of the day your gut knows what will work for you, regardless of any advice you receive here.

Been working at my current org for almost 2 years now. It’s a dead end job, my growth has been stagnant for almost 6 months now. Wanted to switch but companies I interviewed at put their hiring on ...

Welcome to Moving Abroad's Private Community

Been working at my current org for almost 2 years now. It’s a dead end job, my growth has been stagnant for almost 6 months now. Wanted to switch but companies I interviewed at put their hiring on hold. 

So decided to move to Canada since I always wanted to move there for atleast some part of my life. Got an offer letter from a college in Vancouver in PGDip in Web and mobile app dev.

But the situation in canada has been bad due to the ongoing recession. People asking my parents “why does he want to move? There are no jobs.” My friends in Canada been supporting me saying there ARE jobs and economy will bounce back in 2 years time when my course ends.

I’m having second thoughts. I can’t take a lot of time either since I am already late in the immigration process.

What should I do

What should I do- Grapevine

I’ve got plans to go study in Canada and use their 1-3 year PGWP to work there. How’s recession in Canada?

Is it right time to move to Canada for education/work?

Analyst 

Hi folks,
I have a potential offer from a Toronto based startup, but the thing is that it is on-site role. The startup is really well known in the domain.

I'm currently earning 20LPA, remote role, living in my hometown. That role might get me 80-100k USD.

So now I have few doubts:

1. Visa process and all
2. Living expenses and quality of life
3 Situation in Canada (I've heard it's fucked up)

Any sort of relevant information would be really helpful.

Thanks!

Anyone recently shifted to Canada?

Growth Marketer

Welcome to Confessions's Private Community

I am 31 M and am married with no kids as of yet. 

I have been to the US for my master's and also did a job there for some time. I came back to India in 2020 due to visa issues. 

Ever since then I have been thinking of going out of India, maybe to Canada (or nowadays Nordic countries are also accepting immigrants). But I am confused and unsure of what to do. 

I feel stuck here at my current job and feel like I haven't grown much. There are a lot of opportunities in other countries and the biggest motivation is lifestyle upgradation.

On the other hand, going to other countries would also mean a lot of struggle at this stage of my life, which I did the first time around when I went to the US. Plus there is this war situation happening in multiple countries. No one knows what will happen of that.

One more factor is - India is also doing fairly well and is seen as having the maximum growth potential in the next 5-10 years

What do you suggest? What are the points that I should consider? 

Also if I were to try to move out, which countries would you recommend I look at? What are the benefits? 

Help please!!!

Should I move out of India?

Product Manager

PS: Negative people who want to undermine can ignore the post, no offence :)

So I am moving to Canada next week on a study visa, with mainly aiming to work in my field eventually (Software Developer). Any tips and suggestions for me? My short term goal is to finish my studies by the end of next year and get a full time job as a developer.

Thanks x

Helpful Suggestions: Moving to Canada next week

Off late I have been contemplating moving out of India given the work culture, pathetic pay scales, bad governance etc.

Which is the best route to do so? Should I check with immigration consultants? I saw that Aus, Canada have skilled worker shortage. Will that help my case?

Are there companies who are willing to sponsor visa? Any success stories that you can share. 

What are my options so I can make the right move ?

PS. I am currently a PM (MBA+B.Tech) working for a US based company (remotely). 10+ yoe.

How to move out of India?

So I am planning to move to canada in a few months, and I am trying to find some remote jobs in the field of software development. Really don’t know much about the websites that have remote jobs. This question must’ve been asked a lot of time but can you guys link me with some platforms which offer remote jobs?

Looking for remote jobs

Apart from salaries, what are some compelling reasons that make you prefer US over EU/Canada inspite of immigration hurdles that's akin to walking on egg shells? What's your rationale behind not pursuing opportunities in Europe or Canada where it's possible to get a similar quality of life, lesser immigration related headaches, better work life balance, healthcare that doesn't burn a hole in your wallet, etc.

Fellow born brudders and sisters, what makes you choose US over EU/Canada?

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Is it worth it going onsite to Canada after 2 years refusing good package worth 16-17 Lakhs in India

Is it worth it going onsite to Canada after 2 years refusing good package

Decision Analyst

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I have been working in this startup for around 1.5 years now, and soon I am going to be the only developer here, as the other 2 devs are going to leave soon.
The company is now calling me to Bangalore.
I am thinking as there will be no devs my growth will be very less, as this is my first organisation after graduation.
But looking at the market situation it feels like I should just continue with the current org.
I am not sure what to do.

YoE; 1.5 year
CTC: 9 LPA
Saving: 1LPA

Confused about what to do

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my_qualification: B.Tech IT from tier-3 college. 70%
I am 24 years old. I graduated in 2021 and had total 13 backlogs during UG and it took me 5 years to complete my degree. I am unemployed since my graduation and have been wasting my time on learning random things or multiple technologies at a same time. 2 months ago I decided to go to Canada for masters and my family supported me, my friend suggested me MS Data Science because he is Data Scientist in Canada. So, I gave IELTS in March and scored 7 band. Recently I had a talk with an Agency named Canam. And they suggested me to get Experience Letter + offer letter + LOR from employer + last 6 months payslip also Backlog Certificate from college but I don't have any of these things. What should I do in this situation? How should I move forward? How can I get my life on track? I'm just confused and not sure what should I do.

How can I get my life on track? What should I do in this situation?

Frontend Engineer

Should I go to Canada for Masters in Data Science? If yes, how?

Is it a good place to move to? The job opportunities seem bleak. Are there any good job search engines I can check?

How’s Canada

Marketing Manager

Given the current geo-political environment and Indo-Canadian relations..is doing a master's in Comp Sci a good option anymore.

Is Canada a good place to move for masters anymore.

Hi all, 
I am a recent BCA graduate , from tier 3 college. I was hoping that i would get a chance to work on amazing techstack when i joined Deloitte but unfortunately they onboarded me pretty late and i had already rejected offers for few organisations for the role of SDE, junior AI/ML associate and so on in the respective field. I did this because i was hoping that Big4 is a better place to learn and grow. When i joined in Feb 23 i was given training on Software Testing where i don’t have interest and i tried reaching higher ups but they told i might get a chance to work on tech i am interested in when i get projects. So i pursued this and got project on Testing as well, there also people said if you want to work on other areas there is no guarantee but you can help the developers as well and learn. Maybe you will get the chance to shift from QA but no guarantee. 
I am so frustrated with my current position, wherever i am applying they are not hiring me for the reason of having irrelevant experience and i can’t do internships as my family condition is not good and i have to constantly support them. I am stuck between quitting and taking a break due to financial problems but if i continue this how will i build relevant experience and switch to a different organisation. 

I request everyone to kindly help me getting a clarity, what should i do ? 
Can anyone help me get a different job role somewhere else? 
I am open to work in the field of Data and AI , Analytics as well.

Thinking of quitting the firm, need Help!

Software Test - QA

Asking for a friend.

My friend has 4 YOE as a software engineer and he is looking to move to Canada. If someone has applied for a PR as a tech person, can he/she share the process. We went through the process online, but I would like to know from someone who has been through this process and got a PR.  Also, if you can comment on the approximate time frame and cost that would be awesome.

Note- he has tried for onsite in his org but there are no opportunities. There are very few companies who offer jobs and visa directly from india. Hence, he is thinking of taking PR and then start applying to companies.

Thanks

Moving to Canada as a software engineer

Software Developer

Welcome to Indian Startups's Private Community

I have three younger cousins. They don't want to code. They have their clarity. They don't want to pursue any particular engineering stream as well. 

They want to get a decent paying job. Let's say 6-8 lpa start with a path to 15-20 lpa in 4-5 years. 

I tried advising them to not invest a lot of money and four years of time in engineering. Their family is average middle class financially. I told them that I'll advise you what all to learn like content writing, seo, data analytics etc. So do a simple course, save money and rather invest in something that matters for job. 

They did listen but did not get confidence to act. 
All three went for engineering stream. These are private colleges with tier 3ish names. Now they don't get time to put a lot of time because 8-4 is usually college time. Unlike tier 1,2 college where you get campus and a lot of freedom, the colleges usually have a lot of classes and compulsory 80% type attendance. 

Did you face similar situation? What did you advise? Do you think I was giving them right decision?

Did you try advising your cousins not to pursue engineering if they don't want to code?

Your advice is misleading. You don't become a best in class data analyst if you can't code. SEO is a shady business and there isn't growth. Even a PU graduate can do content writing or SEO. Engineering is like a passport. You use the degree to make your career. The number of people earning 20L with 5 yoe with a non engg degree is pretty low. I empathize with the 8-4 struggle. I have seen such people, but they are still better off by doing engineering than anything else. There are other core engineering career options in non-software industry, but you will have to be competitive to secure a decent job even there. There are banking, insurance etc. Even these require people to be competitive. There is no free lunch. May be in European nations, but these won't last long.

Analyst

My project team mates are encouraging me to join the Deloitte Canada team , however I have received information that life in Canada is harsh , considering the high cost of living and low wages. I am an entry level tech guy with just 3 years of experience in this industry. Any suggestions?

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Hi,

I am in the media, working for an OTT platform. Want to move to Canada. Looking for tips, advices, experiences, and also about the job opportunities for a mid-level media person in 30s like me. Kindly help

What should I do

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