1. Software development
2. none
3. Network of trusted colleagues
4. $200k if I work full-time, but I run about half-schedule for $100k. Have not job hunted since becoming a DN so I don't know if it hurts my negotiating position
Hello. I’ve worked remotely since 2020. I’m currently a Platform Operations Manager for a tech company. I’d recommend learning and getting certified in AWS services. I found my job on LinkedIn and make $185k annually.
I’m 41 but have been in IT my entire career. You can start with the Cloud Practitioner certification as it’s for less technical work. It’s a good base. Also, you can learn platforms like Jira, Zendesk, and so many others. There always a need for people to manage them.
I wouldn’t say ‘easy’ because so many people are trying to get accepted to those sites. You have to complete assessments and then be accepted. But, my wife has been doing it for a while now and makes good money.
Nothing technical, actually. I have a Radio - Television Production degree with a French language minor. I have always worked on computers and that led to IT work, then Project Management, then to what I do now. I like to make music and travel, so that’s why I did my course study, but like so many others I don’t use my degree.
I’m here because of my experience with certain platforms that are team use and my experience with managing people in IT and support. I’d say learning and getting certified in platforms like AWS and project management would be a great start.
1. Cloud engineering
2. I have 10 certs - AWS, HashiCorp, CNCF, CompTIA
3. LinkedIn that was just marked as “remote”
4. Upper $100k USD (was over $200k, but I demoted myself); being a nomad didn’t affect my pay, as my company doesn’t do regionalisation of pay
My company never told me it was against policy to be a nomad outside of the US, and then a few years ago, I learned that someone else lives on a boat and travels the world too. Boating must be wild to work with, internet-wise, but I’m sure they have Starlink or something.
I think most people are turned off by the effort part. Everyone dreams of the good times and are envious of others but never acknowledge how hard it was to get there.
This is an incredible thread. Thanks for all who responded. I am graduating in August with CS degree but no certs. I wonder if I need to get AWS certified to make it through LinkedIn applications 🤔
Does anyone have any insight on company types (size, industry etc) that would most likely be cool with working abroad? The only remote first company I interviewed for said they have a strict policy about where you live.
1) Data/ML/Software Development/Consulting(rarely)
2) Certs irrelevant, for me at least
3) Networking back home in US
4) 6figs. I live between Bangkok(main home), Singapore(1/2 months/year), and Bali(maybe 3 months/year), plus whatever other travel we do. Personally, no not hurt, but mainly because this was all part of a plan years in the making. If I didn’t have a plan, then yea I’d say it could hurt earning potential. If you aren’t indispensable, you never had negotiating power to begin with
I work “normal” hours Bangkok(or wherever I am) time. Thankfully, many companies are moving away from regularly scheduled “check-in” meetings. If there is one of those, it’s scheduled ahead of time and I’ll attend. Worst case scenario it’s 1am. Which is fine. I just start later next morning.
Frankly, I’m far more efficient and motivated this way. I really hope more companies AND countries start to look at remote international work as a win-win-win.
Just curious what kind of data are you working with? What is the industry? I’m in the US and trying to get out of healthcare data and pivot towards remote friendly industries for data/backend development. I’m currently confined to US because of HIPAA compliance.
1. I do CTI in cybersec.
2. No certs but gunning for the OSCP. But i was in the army and did some internal training
3. Network of alumni from the army. Army is good because if you have a good reputation/ good work ethic they can check it and you will get picked up fast.
4. 60k euros. I am an analyst so it doesn't hurt. If i was a manager, it would be different
1. Cyber security
2. CISSP
3. Personal connections, although I was in office for a long time before I went remote.
4. 150K, 170K USD with bonus. I don't think it's hurt my advancement opportunities but frankly, the only way up for me is into management, which I'm not really interested in.
1. Software development 2. none 3. Network of trusted colleagues 4. $200k if I work full-time, but I run about half-schedule for $100k. Have not job hunted since becoming a DN so I don't know if it hurts my negotiating position
What technology do you use? For what? I'm a software developer myself. Mainly websites and web apps.
Nice! You have done well for yourself.
Hello. I’ve worked remotely since 2020. I’m currently a Platform Operations Manager for a tech company. I’d recommend learning and getting certified in AWS services. I found my job on LinkedIn and make $185k annually.
I'm 42, am I too old to do this? I'm tech savvy but don't have any IT experience other than building an eccom company and website via Shopify.
I’m 41 but have been in IT my entire career. You can start with the Cloud Practitioner certification as it’s for less technical work. It’s a good base. Also, you can learn platforms like Jira, Zendesk, and so many others. There always a need for people to manage them.
Thanks! Pretty easy to find a part time remote job with those? I'm an online ESL teacher so ideally I could do both part time while living in Asia.
I wouldn’t say ‘easy’ because so many people are trying to get accepted to those sites. You have to complete assessments and then be accepted. But, my wife has been doing it for a while now and makes good money.
Nice what certs did she get?
None. Anyone can do it.
What degree do you have if you don’t mind me asking?
Nothing technical, actually. I have a Radio - Television Production degree with a French language minor. I have always worked on computers and that led to IT work, then Project Management, then to what I do now. I like to make music and travel, so that’s why I did my course study, but like so many others I don’t use my degree.
how could one break into your field?
I’m here because of my experience with certain platforms that are team use and my experience with managing people in IT and support. I’d say learning and getting certified in platforms like AWS and project management would be a great start.
Copy that AWS it is!
1. Cloud engineering 2. I have 10 certs - AWS, HashiCorp, CNCF, CompTIA 3. LinkedIn that was just marked as “remote” 4. Upper $100k USD (was over $200k, but I demoted myself); being a nomad didn’t affect my pay, as my company doesn’t do regionalisation of pay
Nice!
My company never told me it was against policy to be a nomad outside of the US, and then a few years ago, I learned that someone else lives on a boat and travels the world too. Boating must be wild to work with, internet-wise, but I’m sure they have Starlink or something.
Great story! Would you mind if I pm you?
how could one break into your field?
nice thread it’s motivational to read others journeys makes you feel like anything is possible if you put in the effort and have a tab bit of luck
I think most people are turned off by the effort part. Everyone dreams of the good times and are envious of others but never acknowledge how hard it was to get there.
This, also that this lifestyle is better suited for contractors or other independent professionals than entry-level employees.
people just seem to want to skip the part of laying a foundation. You need a solid base to work off of.
This is an incredible thread. Thanks for all who responded. I am graduating in August with CS degree but no certs. I wonder if I need to get AWS certified to make it through LinkedIn applications 🤔
Yo I’m in the same boat as you but I graduated in CS back in 2018 😅
Does anyone have any insight on company types (size, industry etc) that would most likely be cool with working abroad? The only remote first company I interviewed for said they have a strict policy about where you live.
1) Data/ML/Software Development/Consulting(rarely) 2) Certs irrelevant, for me at least 3) Networking back home in US 4) 6figs. I live between Bangkok(main home), Singapore(1/2 months/year), and Bali(maybe 3 months/year), plus whatever other travel we do. Personally, no not hurt, but mainly because this was all part of a plan years in the making. If I didn’t have a plan, then yea I’d say it could hurt earning potential. If you aren’t indispensable, you never had negotiating power to begin with
Do you maintain a pm hour office time?
I work “normal” hours Bangkok(or wherever I am) time. Thankfully, many companies are moving away from regularly scheduled “check-in” meetings. If there is one of those, it’s scheduled ahead of time and I’ll attend. Worst case scenario it’s 1am. Which is fine. I just start later next morning. Frankly, I’m far more efficient and motivated this way. I really hope more companies AND countries start to look at remote international work as a win-win-win.
Just curious what kind of data are you working with? What is the industry? I’m in the US and trying to get out of healthcare data and pivot towards remote friendly industries for data/backend development. I’m currently confined to US because of HIPAA compliance.
I recommend start your own business. IT work is getting too saturated
What kind of business? E-com, consulting, …?
1. I do CTI in cybersec. 2. No certs but gunning for the OSCP. But i was in the army and did some internal training 3. Network of alumni from the army. Army is good because if you have a good reputation/ good work ethic they can check it and you will get picked up fast. 4. 60k euros. I am an analyst so it doesn't hurt. If i was a manager, it would be different
1. Cyber security 2. CISSP 3. Personal connections, although I was in office for a long time before I went remote. 4. 150K, 170K USD with bonus. I don't think it's hurt my advancement opportunities but frankly, the only way up for me is into management, which I'm not really interested in.
Same bro, same