(Data scientist vs SDE) Hi, I am working as sde with 12lpa(8.4 fixed). I have 1 year of experience in Spring boot, MVC, Java, and html-js-css. I want to make as much money as possible in long run(do not consider managerial role). I am learning ML, data science and AI. I am confident that I will get job in this field. What should I choose Software development or Data science(further I will specialise in AI), purely based on MONEY? I am so confused right now.
2.8 LPA → 27 LPA. Just signed my first switch. 5 years ago, I joined HCLTech as a Manual Tester. Since then, my journey took me through Data Analytics, Data Engineering, and eventually GenAI. Once I got into GenAI, I started interviewing seriously. There were rejections, lessons, and plenty of learning along the way. Thanks to everyone who trusted me with opportunities beyond testing. A lot of late nights, self-doubt, learning, and growth. Worth it.
It's been 7 months since I started my corporate journey after college, and honestly, I don't feel this is the life I want. The pressure, anxiety, and fear every day have been exhausting. I keep waiting for weekends just to feel relief. More than continuing, I genuinely feel like quitting and focusing on the career path I was actually interested in. Would appreciate guidance from experienced people who went through a similar phase. How did you handle it, and what helped you decide?
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Don’t be a fool. There is more money and growth in Software Engineering compared to Data Science. There are very few openings for Data Science compared to Software.
Okay understood.
Everyone is getting into AI, no longer a niche role Don’t expect too much money here
Don’t really know someone who is SDE and what they are earning but just don’t fall for a hype
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