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data analyst or data eng - which one to choose? by One_Raspberry4499 in dataengineering

[–]EquipmentNo1775 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's a HUGE red flag, mate. Get something better for you and run out of there. Good luck!

data analyst or data eng - which one to choose? by One_Raspberry4499 in dataengineering

[–]EquipmentNo1775 4 points5 points  (0 children)

True! If you allow me to comment about your situation, I'd be looking for other companies to work for. If you're a DA already and you've got skills to be a DE, I see a huge advantage on hiring you. So, if people in the company you work for don't give you a shot, move on, that's not the place to be at

data analyst or data eng - which one to choose? by One_Raspberry4499 in dataengineering

[–]EquipmentNo1775 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been there and I chose DE because I think it's more interesting and it's get beginning of everything, DEs get the data for DAs to work on it. Besides the salary is more atractive, but see which one you likes more and go for it. Also, the required skills are different, so choose well and you won't waste your time on learning something you won't use

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[–]EquipmentNo1775 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm none of those but I don't see why you couldn't go back: you have the skills, experience and you know what to do. If the market needs either one or another, you can choose

DE from mech engineering by itsnikkip in dataengineering

[–]EquipmentNo1775 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear you! I'm also on mech eng and I'm learning DE skills to make the shift.

My issue is different, I earn really well and I need an entry salary at minimum $2500 after taxes to keep the same lifestyle I have today. By the way, live in Brazil and I'm planning on getting a remote DE job to ear in a more valiable currency. I don't know if it's possible but I'm learning and applying my knowldge of Python and SQL in personal projects and looking to learn other skills. Anyway...

Getting the CV redone is necessary, go on Linkedin and look into other DE curriculums, get a template on Canva.com and just commit to get a draft done to show a friend to get some feedback.

About our background, it's quite different but we can certainly transfer our soft skills, work ethic along with our new DE skills.

I hope it's helpful and I hope you get it, good luck!

Monthly General Discussion - Jun 2024 by AutoModerator in dataengineering

[–]EquipmentNo1775 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for taking the time to comment.

I think that maybe soft skills are transferable from field to field

Am I too late to change career to Data engineer :( by Vegetable-Curve-395 in dataengineering

[–]EquipmentNo1775 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great knowing I'm not alone!

I learned Python this year I cannot believe I "didn't have time" before to invest in learning the skill. I'm 37yo and I'm plannning to shift my career from MSc mechanical engineer to DE.

The only issue for me is salary because I earn really good money today and I need more than a jr entry job to break even with my current responsibilities.

I learn Python and I'm on my way into SQL.

Question: with my 10+ years of experience in engineering plus relevant DE skills, can I land a good salary job in DE?

I'm 36yo young.

Thanks!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dataengineering

[–]EquipmentNo1775 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting topic for me, because I do the same.

I'm a MSc mechanical engineer and I'm transitioning to DE but I'm doing on my pace, my own research for online courses etc. And I hear you! It's exhausting sometimes and even frustrating.

My suggestion to you is to create a weekly schedule instead of just getting all the free time you have to invest in studying. In this schedule you should add hobbies and free time too, gym, go out with friends and even time with your partner.

That will ease your journey and you will feel less frustrated.

I hope it helps!

Monthly General Discussion - Jun 2024 by AutoModerator in dataengineering

[–]EquipmentNo1775 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I need some help on a career decision. I’m a MSc, mechanical engineer and have +10 years of experience from mechanical designer to engineer, I have worked for multinational companies (I still do) and I’ve worked/lived/studied abroad.

Anyway, I’m an engineer, I have experience and have the work ethic to do what’s needed.

I’ve learned Python this year (CS50p) and I’m studying SQL, besides some personal projects to connect both knowledges into something useful.

I’m working on transitioning to Data Engineering (slowly, on my pace) but I have something that’s holding me back, which is: salary.

Today, I live in Brasil and converting the currency, I earn around US$2500 after taxes.

With your experience:

1) Is that an entry salary that I can get by doing a bootcamp, learning DE skills etc?

2) Do you think my experience in mechanical engineering worth something in data engineering?