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.

velvetywoodpecker

2mo

works at

AmbitionBox

If you're passionate about building user-facing apps and enjoy the creative side of development, then Android could be a great fit. What are your thoughts on the future of data engineering? Do you see any emerging trends or exciting opportunities in this field?

swagpumpkin

2mo

An Ops Executive

Bro look for roles in smaller companies or startups where you can have more ownership and variety in your work.

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heartysoda

2mo

works at

Cox & Kings

No it's not always the case. Data engineering involves developing scripts in python, SQL, scala working in cloud environment. You get to work alongside data scientists and if you have good team you can understand whole process and use your own intuition to make difference. It's can get really fun and interesting but right now it seems you are getting kind of grunt work. I'd suggest you can try to move into different team or ask for better work in current company or switch in data engineer role itself before you switch to android dev. I am not saying Android dev is bad but I think before you kinda reset your career you should give DE another chance

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uhnonimus

2mo

works at

Hindustan Unilever

Data Engg is booming and will continue to go up. Great to be in this field if money and growth are priorities.

gemsbond

1mo

works at

Accenture

Perhaps you could explore scripting or automation to streamline your workflow and free up time for more challenging tasks.

intenseparrot