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energeticsev

3w (edited)

currently not working

I got from one offer form bank they are offering 2.7lpa. I didn't search anything as I am fresher I thougt it is good and accepted the offer I got my appointment letter and my joining is within next week but now I think it's low as staying in noida rent and all will take alot. Please suggest something.

a lead software engineer

3w

Senior Java Full Stack Developer

Kindly help me in choosing right offer, considering Job security and growth. So far I primarily worked in Banking and Financial Services domain. Do i need to choose company based on domain? Does it matter for Technical/Software Developers? Maersk offer is 2.5LPA more than Nasdaq. please share thoughts on work-culture, Work-Life Balance as well. - YOE: 8.5 - Offers: Nasdaq, Maersk, Thomson Reuters - Skills: Java, SpringBoot, Docker, Kubernetes,AWS, Angular

ekaatma

1mo

student at

Pondicherry Technological University

Career Guidance: Job Market and Salary Expectations for an M.Tech Product Design Student.

I am currently in the final year of my M.Tech in Product Design and Manufacturing, with one year of prior experience as a mechanical design engineer. As I prepare to enter the job market, I would like to understand: What realistic expectations should I have regarding job opportunities in my field? What salary range should I aim for based on my qualifications and experience? Which companies or industries would be the most suitable for someone with my background and interests? I am particularly interested in roles related to design, manufacturing, or R&D. Any advice or insights would be greatly appreciated!

freshvibe

1mo

works at

HCLTech

Vendor to Client

I'm working as a Presales manager with 8+ YOE. How to go for a client company? Shall it be domain specific? Or only in their procurement team?

trendylion

2w

student at

Chandigarh University

Looking Advice from Data Science Professionals

I’d love to hear from experienced professionals—what should I add to my resume to increase my chances of landing my first Data Science role? and Could you refer me. I’m an MSc Data Science student with experience in machine learning, deep learning, and data analytics. I have done Research Paper in Bone Fracture Classification (Deep Learning, ResNet/DenseNet, UNet/Mask R-CNN). I’ve also worked extensively with data preprocessing (wavelet-based denoising, GAN-based enhancement), clustering, and big data technologies ( MongoDB). If you could refer to me for a relevant role, I’d greatly appreciate it. email: shyamdodway058@gmail.com #DataScience #MachineLearning #DeepLearning #CareerAdvice #ResumeTips #refer

an electrical engineer

2w

What is the ideal job switching time?

1-2 years

2-3 years

4-5 years

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wanderingonwheels

1mo

works at

Continental Automotive Components

Need advice on choosing the profile

I'm working for procurement now, aiming to boost my career growth in terms of financial and grades. I'm inclined towards project manager or business development (looking at few of the professionals having good aspects in the above mentioned). Should I change my domain to project management role or continue in procurement ? By changing the jobs, can we increase our salaries just like IT folks do ? Incase that is not possible, then I'm ready to change my domain and upskill so that I can boost my career. Would request you to kindly throw some light on the same. Thanks in advance !!

shravanspalankar

1w

student at

rani channama

How Can I Maximize My Last Year of BBA to Land a Top Job?

I have one year left to complete my BBA in a Tier-2 city and currently work part-time as a corporate intern. I'm actively looking for big opportunities and career paths. Through my research, I found roles like Business Consultant, Product Manager in Big 4, MBB, Google, and Microsoft—but I want to know if there are more options worth exploring. I’m ready to acquire the right skills and make the best use of this year to land a top job, regardless of my Tier-2 city background. Can anyone guide me on what skills to focus on, certifications to pursue, and how to build a strong profile that stands out? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

sana1001

22h

currently not working

Looking for career advice and companies i can apply

Education: 10/2019–03/2024 Master´s in Refinement of Polymers and Composite Products, Hochschule Kaiserslautern, Pirmasens, Germany. Focus: Advanced material science, CAD-FEM, Composite materials, Manufacturing and Processing of Polymer compounds, Additive Manufacturing, Applied Thermodynamics and Heat transfer, Advanced Mechanics, Fracture mechanics and tribology. 09/2014 – 04/2018 Bachelor´s in Mechanical Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada, India. Focus: Production and Process Engineering, Product development, Industrial Engineering, and Design of mechanical components. Can anyone suggest what kind of jobs and companies I should apply for in India and suggest career advice for me

an account assistant

2w

Navigating Career Choices: Stability vs. Growth

Hello everyone, I’m Shyam Sundar, currently working as an Account Executive. Like many professionals, I’m at a crossroads in my career, trying to decide the best path forward. Right now, I have two options: 1️⃣ Prepare for a Government Job – A stable career with security but requiring significant preparation and competition. 2️⃣ Learn SQL & Python – Upskilling in these areas could open doors to data analytics, automation, and better-paying opportunities in the private sector. However, my current salary is not great, which makes this decision even more challenging. Do I invest my time in preparing for a government job, or do I focus on learning new skills that could boost my career prospects? I’d love to hear from professionals who have faced a similar dilemma. What would you choose in my situation? Any advice or insights would be greatly appreciated!

playfulcola

1mo (edited)

works at

Concentrix Corporation

Role is showing no longer under consideration on workday on accenture

Recently I have completed final round in accenture for Application Tech Support Practicioner and they have asked me to upload Payslip and Pancard along with that ask me to fill the form with all details including experience and then asked me to wait for 7 to 10 days . When I am seeing today on workday about my role status it is showing No longer role under consideration? Any reason or it is normal?

a cluster manager

4d

Here i am having 12 Years of Sales experience and till now i am in 9LPA fixed and 1.5LPA as Variable. I feel the brand is not paying me fairly. So what i need to do next ? (Now i am working here for last 2 years )

What i need to do next ?

Change the company

Stayhere and wait for hike

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friendlysmith

1mo

works at

VERITY GLOBAL SOLUTIONS

Looking for a job

Hello Guys I have 8 years of experience across three sectors: reinsurance, finance, and mortgage. Currently, I’m working in the mortgage sector but I’m not satisfied with my current role and am looking to permanently transition into the finance sector. Despite actively searching for opportunities, I haven’t had much luck so far. I’d appreciate any advice on how to find a new job, specifically in reconciliation roles within finance. Additionally, what skills should I focus on developing to increase my chances in landing a finance reconciliation position?

a product operations executive

1mo

What High-Value Skill Should a 25-Year-Old Learn for Future Growth?

Hi all, I’m 25 and working as a mechanical engineer with 4+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing. While I enjoy my work, I'm looking to invest my free time into learning a rare, long-term, and profitable skill that could eventually generate secondary income or even replace my current job. I’m focused on skills that require time to master and provide long-term value not short-term trends. Any suggestions on high-value skills worth pursuing? Thanks in advance!

a product operations executive

1mo

I lost my job due to layoff, recently

Having an experience of 12 years in Customer Manager , salary range is high which companies look not relunctant to pay. Interview calls have diminished at all. What strategies have worked for you in a similar situation? How can I leverage my experience to find a new opportunity that aligns with my skills and interests?

a senior accountant

1w

Want to Enter into FP&A profile

Hello All, I have been working as Senior Accountant in Intercompany team for almost 9.1 years but I really want to work in FP&A team. But everyone wants prior experience in FP&A which I don't have. Can you please guide me to how to get into FP&A profile.

riskanalyst

1w (edited)

works at

Deutsche Bank

Please Advise

I have been working with a foreign investment bank for 7 years. i recently got an offer from Deloitte USI with a good hike. Will it be a wise decision to make this switch? coming form a bank where the work is very structured, how difficult it would be to gel up with the big 4 work culture ??

a junior engineer

2w

What to do if salary is not increased?

I am an employee under outsourcing in a department of Uttar Pradesh through a third party. My post is of Junior Civil Engineer and I have been working here for one and a half years. I get a salary of Rs 20,000 per month. I do not get anything special to learn here. For now the salary is fine but there is no hope of further increase in salary here. So what should I do? I have just done Diploma in Civil Engineering. I can also think about career switch.

samcurran

1w

works at

ICICI Home Finance

Should i pursue my journey in sales ?

I'm Confused to continue in sales or not, I started my journey in Jan 2022 I was sales officer i took 3 promotions in mid and currently i am Branch Sales Manager but still I'm confused about the career to continue in sales because of job security and sales target every month. Highest Qualification is PGDM in finance from welingkar Graduation from Mumbai University What are your views should i switch my career please comment so i can get better ideas If yes then what field should i start ?

h3isenberg

1w

works at

TCS

Need Career Advice – DevOps or Data Engineering?

I need some guidance on my next career move. I have 6 years of experience as a Process Automation Developer, primarily working with Ignio, coding in Groovy and PowerShell. Despite my experience, I’m highly underpaid. even freshers earn more than I do. To improve my prospects, I upskilled myself in Data Engineering, but I’m struggling to crack interviews due to a lack of hands-on experience. I clear the first round but fail the second. While searching for Groovy-related jobs, I noticed more opportunities in DevOps. I’m also receiving more recruiter calls for DevOps than Data Engineering. Now, I’m at a crossroads: 1️⃣ Should I pivot to DevOps, where my current skills seem to align better? 2️⃣ Or should I focus on Data Analytics, gain experience, and then transition to Data Engineering later? Would love to hear from those who have been in a similar situation! What’s the best way forward?

a senior analyst

1w

I am Linux support engineer with 2.5year of experience , I have troubleshooting, Networking, and Azure knowledge. Which skill should I lear

rickcardinalfish

1w

student at

SRM university (SRMU)

Career Advice

Hi community , I am a student . Currently I'm pursuing my UG degree ( B.E - ECE). In six months I'm going face interviews / placements. So coild you please suggest me a blooming field where I can develop my skills to get placed in a good reputed company. And what are the requirements to fulfill as a fresher. Could you guys please help me ?! Thank you .

swagmarvel

1mo

works at

EY Global Delivery Services ( EY GDS)

Switch to development

I currently work as an analyst at EY-GDS, a role I accepted through campus placement without fully understanding its nature at the time. However, my passion lies in coding, and I aim to transition into a full-stack developer role. Despite having developed relevant projects, my CV isn’t getting shortlisted, likely because my current work experience of 1.5 years is unrelated to development. I would appreciate tips on how to successfully make this career switch.

a junior system engineer

1mo

Asking for career advice

Hi everyone, I’m in a dilemma and need advice. I started as a system administrator in a small company, managing web hosting and servers for PHP websites on Linux with Nginx and Apache. After two years, I felt the need to grow and work in a team, so I switched to a junior system engineer role. Unfortunately, I didn’t research the job well and now find myself doing basic tasks for a foreign hosting company—essentially glorified chat support, slightly above entry-level tasks, with flexible shifts I struggle to adjust to. I feel stuck and disappointed. I have an AWS certification and solid experience with Linux and web hosting, but I’m unsure about my next steps. How hard is it to transition into DevOps? Are there roles focused solely on AWS? What career path should I aim for and what skills should I prioritize? I’d really appreciate any guidance. Thank you!

an executive trainee

2mo

Confused with carrier......

I am working with in a bank as a Home loan sales officer, confused about switching between two role and carrier which are 1st data analyst and 2nd credit analyst.which should I opt and choose Looking for long term and stable carrier and higher pakage.. Also want to know about certification which I can do to achieve my goal...

an application support engineer

3w

Context: My current company was established in India four years ago and is looking for loyal and hardworking employees who will become the backbone of the company in the future. The company provides rewards and promotions based on clear and honest reviews. I am the only child from a lower-middle-class family, so financial stability is important to me. Question: I'm stuck between two thoughts: 1. I am just 25 years old. I need to work hard, get an appraisal, and increase my salary. I have to work twice as much as what they pay me to secure my future. 2. I am just 25 years old. I should enjoy my youth and only do the work I am paid for. Which mindset is right?

I'm stuck between two thoughts.

Thought 1 is right

Thought 2 is right

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spaciousvodka

3w

student at

SRM Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai

As a fresher, I'm considering two offers and need advice on making the right choice. PwC has offered me a Data Science and AI Intern role with ₹35,000/month for the internship and ₹50,000/month for the apprenticeship, leading to a full-time opportunity. On the other hand, Codewalla has offered a full-time position starting in June or July with a package of ₹9 LPA. What factors should I consider when deciding between an internship at a well-established firm like PwC versus a full-time role at a company like Codewalla? Any insights on long-term career growth, learning opportunities, and work culture would be helpful!

PwC Internship vs. Codewalla Full-Time Offer – Which to Choose?

PWC

Codewalla

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ittachi

2w

works at

Oracle Financial Services Software

I have offers from Publicis Sapient (₹23 lakh), HERE Technologies (₹20 lakh), Cognizant (₹18 lakh), and Genpact (₹20 lakh). Any suggestions or recommendations on which one to join?

Any suggestions or recommendations on which one to join?

Publicis sapient(23 lakh)

Here technologies (20 lakh)

Cognizant (18 lakh)

Genpact (20 lakh)

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healthymethi

1w

student at

Amity University

Searching for My First Job: Feeling Stuck

The job search has been really tough lately, and I’m starting to feel down about it. As a fresher, it’s hard to stand out when there’s so much competition. I’ve applied to dozens of places, but nothing seems to click. I keep wondering if I’m doing something wrong or if the right opportunity just hasn’t come yet. It’s frustrating, but I’m trying to stay positive and keep pushing forward. If anyone has advice or has been through this, I’d love to hear it.😅

staticfennel

1mo

works at

_VOIS

Need suggestion if i add my first job exp in resume or not

I joined MNC as a fresher but due to support role left it in 9 months it was graduate engineer trainee role Further i got new job in other MNC with same GET position. Now i 2.6 years exp excluding my first 9 months exp. so now while applying jobs should i keep that first MNC experience in my resume as most company do background checks and if my resume didnt matched with it will they revoke offer? please suggest.

friendlycheetah

1w

works at

AmbitionBox

As young professionals navigate their careers, the balance between work-life satisfaction and financial compensation becomes increasingly significant. Participate in this poll to share your views!

Work-Life Balance vs. Money: What Matters More in Career?

Money Matters Most

Work Life Balance

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a hr executive

3d

Should I quit my job?

I’m thinking of resigning from my comfortable position to take a break after working for a while. Should I wait for the appraisal season to pass and receive my variable pay, or should I just leave now? My company has a long notice period, and I’m eager to move on. I have enough liquid savings to cover 2-3 months.

a senior accountant

3w (edited)

Accounting professional,worried about AI

I am working as as an accountant however due to AI coming out jobs might get replaced so which skill or certification I should do while working to safeguard my future job security.

smartsole

3w

works at

Infosys

Got new offer

Hi guys, I am currently doing WFH and cracked an offer (approx 50% hike) and that is totally WFO. For the reference, I enjoy working here in my current organisation and work life balance is great. What are the changes that Infy retain me if I resign?

nobleant

1mo

currently not working

Breaking into cybersecurity as a fresher

Hello everyone, I'm reaching out for advice on my career path. I graduated in 2023 with a degree in Electronics and have since developed a strong interest in cybersecurity. To enhance my skills, I've completed several certification courses on Coursera related to cybersecurity. However, I didn't have the opportunity to complete any internships or projects related to cybersecurity during my studies. Despite applying to numerous job openings, I haven't received any responses or interview invitations. Continue applying to jobs and hope for the best? Pursue further education or certifications to enhance my skills? Consider alternative career paths? Any advice or guidance from experienced professionals would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

a deputy manager

2w (edited)

If given a chance to go back in time ,what career would you prefer to start with as a fresher

Many of you here might be working in various different roles and have some regrets in mind thinking if I had started my career in some other role or this domain I would have got to better pay better compensation and better work life balance, better job after 5-10-15yrs down the line. what domain and role you would want to start again if given a chance to start as a fresher in 2025. Please mention the domains and technologies you would want to work on given a chance to start again. I have mentioned mine in the 1st comment

a c developer

2w

Help! Stuck in a 2-Year Bond Agreement - How to Break Free Without Hurting My Career?

I'm a 6-month-old fresher and I'm planning to leave the company. They said I'd be a developer, but I'm only doing testing. The bond says I have to pay 4 lakhs if I quit. What should I do? What happens if I quit? Will they take legal action or demand the penalty?

optimisticbunny

1mo

currently not working

Seeking Guidance on various roles

Hi all, I'm a recent commerce graduate. Now I'm confused regarding which vacancies or what type of roles I should apply for. I'm interested in problem solving thing and strategic thinking roles where I can quench my curiosity, where I can gain hands-on experience and knowledge about how businesses operate and grow. I am proficient in tools like MS Excel, PowerPoint, SQL, Canva, and video editing. I have used these tools for personal projects. I would greatly appreciate any advice or guidance.

incrediblepingu

3w

works at

Maropost

advice

I have an HR round on Wednesday, and I really need to switch jobs. But the problem is that my current company's notice period is 2 months. How can I convince the new company about this? Any advice? Also, should I leave my current company immediately and get an experience letter from someone, edit it, and submit it to the new company?

a senior technical lead

2w

Automotive sector

Is it good to switch from German automotive sector to any other sector as automotive business is down? Or if we wait will it be once again be profitable as before?

an assistant manager

2w

Need guidance for career growth in Banking and finance domain.

Hey all, I'm working in a bank as a relationship manager with a package of 3.0 Lac of salary, and I now have 1 year of experience in retail banking. Before that, I had 1 year of experience as a customer support associate. Highest education qualification - Graduate in commerce Expecting your guidance on which skills and certifications I need to acquire for a high-paying job in the banking domain.

an analyst

1mo

Not happy with the new job

Hi, I recently made a switch from a 10k+ employees MNC to a small 300 employees company. The small company doesnt have their own office. They operate from a small co-working space. Anything that I can do? Should I quit and search for a new job? or should I stay here till the probation period ends?

an application support engineer

1w

3 month notice period challenge

Hello members, The company I worked for have 3 month notice period it's get difficult for job switch, No company wants to wait 3 month, Is their any tip how to tackle this situation. Should I resign without offer letter in hand Please suggest.

bounteouscinnamon

1w

ex -

TEKsystems

How to start a career after a long gap

Is it possible to get a job in it after 11 years of graduation without any experience .I wanted to start my career now.So what should I do to get a job? I have done b.tech in cse.Now I'm doing pyspark.I also have done plsql,python courses and along with them some hands-on machine learning. And are there other ways other than it for earning.

a data engineer

3mo (edited)

Should i switch to Android or continue in Data engineering field

Hello folks, i'm currently a data engineer at jio platforms with 1.5 yoe. I joined this company in June, 2023 and have been working here since then. However, the kind of work which I get is very monotonous and not at all developer like. I've been thinking of changing my career from data engineering to android. My day to day job is mostly tuning SQL queries which others have already written, thus you can guess how dull and low effort my job would be. Is this a company specific thing or maximum data jobs out there are monotonous ? I am really interested in changing to android building a product and face challenging architecture-based scenarios which will help me grow as a developer. Fellow data engineers are open share their experience, i'd like to know what else is out there. Everyday I wake up feeling confused. But on the other hand, getting a job as an android developer is not easy given less openings available. Pls guide me, senpais. Current tech - mostly hive, rarely spark.

sastasuperhero

41m

A Chief Engineer

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a senior seo executive

2mo

Career Advice from non it to It

Hi Everyone, I am currently working as Sr, seo executive with 4 yr's of experience and want to transition my career into It. As I am from commerce background. I feel no potential growth in my current career and dissatisfied from it. I have do some research on devOps and it interests me because a good career growth with learning intersting and futuristic skills that will growth over the time. Please let me know should I go for it or as per my education background and currently experiencing should I choose other option. Also currently I am 29 yr old

fluffyhummingbird

1w

works at

Haitian International

Job Hopping Dilemma

I am a Mechanical Design Engineer with 4.5 years of experience, and during this time, I’ve worked with four different companies, with my longest tenure being 20 months at one place. While I’ve been performing well in technical rounds during interviews, I am frequently asked about my job changes. Despite excelling in these rounds, interviewers often reject me due to my history of switching jobs annually. What I don’t understand is why these companies call me for interviews in the first place if they have concerns about my job history. Wouldn’t it be more efficient for them to reject me at the resume shortlisting stage? This back-and-forth is demotivating, and I’m left questioning why I’m being rejected after proving my technical expertise. I’m seeking some clarity on how to better navigate this and would appreciate any advice or suggestions from others who may have faced similar challenges.

yourtinda

1w

currently not working

Hi ! I am a recent graduat in bsc bio and now looking for a job opportunity as a fresher in pharma so what shld I do at this time.

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an assistant manager

1w

Need Clarity

I had an interview in a Swedish company on 7/02/2025, after that the offer was discussed with the HR head on 13/02/2025 and since then there has been no update till now, also the concerned HR is not responding my calls or messages. Don't know exactly what to do now? P.S : Any suggestions would be appreciated.

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