QA job at Germany or Dev job in India?

[sharath-poduval-h9ni]

Hi everyone,

I'm a QA with a total experience of 7+ years in Software testing. I'm an automation tester with interest towards development. I'm recently offered a role change to Developer in my current company and also I got a job at Germany as a QA.

I'm confused which to chose. QA job at Germany or Dev job in India?

Please help!

[abiramiarun]

Hi Sharath good evening,
I can understand that it must be confusing for you since both the jobs has equal weightage from your side. Though both looks to have their own advantages and disadvantages it will be best for you to choose which would be best fit for you at this time.
Ex: India job might be your dream role since long time.

DA: Since it's the same company, learning new things will get limited though your new role will teach you certain new things.

Ex: Germany would be your dream country where you wish to go and explore more on your role.

DA : Have to be far away from family , friends and need to explore everything all by yourself from the scratch.

Like above mentioned, please do write each and every advantage and disadvantage for both the jobs and see which could give you long term happiness both in your career and life then go with that decision. If you wish to discuss more you can get connected via chat with me in yourdost.

Thank you.
Take care.
All the very best for your future.

[vinayaknadkarni]

Hi,
I have lived in Germany for 8 years. Also, I have worked in India for 7+ years. Right now, your question is focusing only on type of job. But there are far more other factors to be weighed in before making a decision to switch country or not. I am not an expert but I can share my experience and of others who worked with me.

Going to Germany or any other country means, getting out of your comfort zone, doing all daily chores by yourself, settle for less-happening social life etc.
But, you would sign up for a stable work-life balance, better environment, no unjustified long hours of work and you would get a lot of time for yourself. Most importantly, you would be paid much better.

So try answering following questions:
What kind of lifestyle suits you better?
Are you a social person or doesn't mind to be alone?
Do you happily do all the daily chores without cribbing?
If you decide to move, how long you would see yourself there?
How important it is to earn more money now?
How about family situation?

Good luck!

Regards,
Vinayak