JumpyHamster
JumpyHamster
12mo

Opinion needed - WFH/WFO or Learning/Non Learning

"I'm currently working remotely as a Senior Software Engineer from a tier 2 city in UP, earning 1.2 LPM from my job and an additional 0.4 LPM through freelancing (total 1.6 LPM). My wife also works remotely for an MNC. While our current setup is financially advantageous, my professional growth has stagnated as my company offers limited learning opportunities. I'm considering on-site positions with promising startups, but relocating would substantially increase my expenses through rent and commuting costs, potentially consuming a large portion of my salary. Should I prioritize career growth and learning by taking a WFO position despite the financial trade-offs, or maintain my current remote arrangement with its financial benefits but limited professional development?" My total expenses for a month doesn't exceeds 20k

12mo ago
FluffyPickle
FluffyPickle

Interesting to know your YOE, Level at Amazon and if possible your age?

JumpyHamster
JumpyHamster
12mo

2012-2016 Btech (3 tier) 2022-2024 MS (IITK CS) age 30 not working in any big mnc or startup

FluffyPickle
FluffyPickle

Got it thanks for sharing! Your profile shows Amazon, so I was curious to know these details.

BubblyLlama
BubblyLlama

What is the freelancing job that you do?

JumpyHamster
JumpyHamster
12mo

I am doing web dev + blockchain from past 5years.

BubblyLlama
BubblyLlama

Keep it up!

WobblyCupcake
WobblyCupcake

Age, yoe?

JumpyHamster
JumpyHamster
12mo

30 yoe - 5

PeppySushi
PeppySushi

You mentioned 2 totally different things that you want to try out - 1. WFO 2. Startups . I won't tell you the upsides because you already know about that. But I'll tell you the downsides. The downside of working from office is - you won't get much time to upskill yourself , even on weekends you'd feel tired and you'd rather spend that time relaxing. The downside of working for a startup is - you'll be compromising your mental peace.

JumpyHamster
JumpyHamster
12mo

Agreed.

GroovyPanda
GroovyPanda

Great you saving 1.4 lac or investing

JazzyKoala
JazzyKoala

Bhai, ghar par baitho, paise banao

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