Job Responsibilities
My responsibilities included Build and Release management, Testing
co-ordination, and bug-fixing. I also helped co-ordinate offshore
resources.
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Job Requirements
A basic undergraduate or masters engineering degree is the entry
level criterion. Promotion depends on performance, experience, and
length of stay with the company. You can expect to be promoted in
2-3 years.
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Uppers
Travel to exotic locations, interesting colleagues, challenging assignments in a
wide variety of industries.
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Downers
Occassional long hours, entry-level work can get boring after a
while, and pay is lousy compared to peers in developed countries.
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Lifestyle
Usually worked 8-12 hours a day, 5 days a week, with the occassional saturday.
Travel is a part of the job, and you may end up spending 2-3 years away from
home. Dress code depends on the client, but is usually relaxed. Social life
depends very much on where you are based and the client culture.
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Compensation
Approximately $50,000 per year, with no bonuses. Healthcare
included a $10 deductible. I was not eligible for stock options.
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Advice to Jobseekers
Job outlook is strong, and growth can be rapid if you have the
ability. Be prepared to work long hours and handle demanding clients.
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