Getting out of software engineering/ tech in general?
I’ve been in the field for 2-3 years now as a software engineer (still considered a junior/ associate?), but I’m starting to feel burned out and not as interested in the work anymore.
I'm not sure how it is like with other companies, but I'm tired of working with legacy software and constantly questioning the worth ("ambag") I give out to society (fintech for hedge funds). Like, I know it's a bit naive sentiment, but I don't feel like I'm making the work a better place with my current field of work (contrary, it's the opposite).
The mundaneness of things, corpo culture, office politics, and current job market hell are all getting to me. Plus, with the current direction we're going with AI and ongoing pressure for a more "agentic" workflow, it doesn't feel like I'm doing any real engineering work anymore. (I've used agents before yes and I admit they are very efficient)
I’m considering switching to something outside of tech, but I’m not sure what or how realistic that even is so I'm asking if other people made the same switch/ sentiments.
For those who’ve left tech:
- What did you transition into?
- Were you able to utilize what you learned in tech as SWE, DevOps, IT, etc
My current position is stable and compensation is kinda fair, but I'm not happy with it anymore or I don't see myself being happy in the upcoming years. I hate my job, but I also have to pay rent. So, I'm a bit stuck / conflicted on what to do
For any that disagree with my sentiment, why or why not and what would be your opinion?
Thank you all in advanced.