Seeking advice to upskill as Manual Tester for >8LPA roles. Actively job hunting, so urgently need to enhance skills/knowledge. Suggestions on:

1. Skills/certs to be more competitive
2. Automation tools worth learning
3. High-paying domains/methodologies
4. Non-tech qualities valued for senior tester roles

Keen to learn but unsure which path to take. Your guidance is invaluable in focusing my efforts strategically during this crucial job search phase. Appreciate your insights!

Hi Fishes,

What is salary pay scale for CANADA on-site from people-TECH Hyderabad.

Role : Senior software engineer
Salary : 27L.

Thanks to everyone

How do I stay relevant in the Salesforce ecosystem?
I am 24 year old Salesforce Developer with 1.5 Years of Experience. Coming back to Salesforce, I have worked on Salesforce Implementation of Small to Mid Level Businesses which required me to have an all-around knowledge of Salesforce(Admin + Development) on both Sales and Service Cloud. But I wish to specialize in one Salesforce Skill/Path and become an absolute master of it (CPQ, Vlocity, Pardot or tablu,Mulesoft). What path should I choose?

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I am currently a Junior Engineer with 5 years experience, I have been with the same company for 3 years now. I have my yearly review coming up and was asked to present a raise I desire. I feel my company underpays their employees but was wondering what the average salary is for someone in my position. My company has also mentioned wanting me to shift into the environmental engineering world which is where my strengths are

Hi All, I am looking for packages upwards of 150 k, London area, tech consulting or tech. Any pointers to companies where I should apply? Currently am at 120 k.

Tried to get into tech but I don’t know what more they want . Any advice or help would be really appreciated

I’m having the hardest time finding a new job. I have 12 years of HR experience, a masters in HR, SHRM certification, and all I keep getting are rejection emails. I’ve never experienced this difficult of a time searching for new opportunities. Is this normal once you hit a certain level in your career or is it just me?

Hi Fishes, I received my offer letter today from KGS. But, there is no mention of any variable pay or joining bonus. Does it mean I will not get any of these?

To keep it general across tier 1 consulting firms...what would be the typical pay band for a practitioner with ~6 years experience and a MBA

What kind of split does your firm give you for bringing in cases? Trying to negotiate with my firm for an increase. Currently, I get 15% plus my base salary.

Hi Fishes,

I am a software specialist having 8+ yoe, currently working at Mastek with a CTC of 17lpa. Can anyone help me with the current market CTC considering the below:
Current Role: Tech Lead
Tech Stack: Full Stack in Java, Springboot, Angular, Mobility, AWS beginner.
Your responses will be much appreciated.

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Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year (open to negotiation)

During my screening call, I said my expected salary range is 85K-95K. Got the offer today for 90K and I want to counter 100K. Is that a bad look? Should I counter 95K or go for 100K?

Took a role out of desperation and it was a big mistake. The firm was toxic and crazy revolving door. After only a few months I was fired "for cause" even though no cause was actually given. Is this the end of my career?

I was just offered a sales consultant role at a spirit’s distributor 65K with potential to make 75K if I meet goals etc. My dream job @ Red Bull, Similar role but way more fun around the same range of $$ possibly slightly more ..am still waiting to hear if I made it to the final round. I have until Friday to respond and Red Bull said they would let me know IF I made it to the final round by Friday.. should I reach out to Red Bull if I have not heard by Wednesday that I need to make a decision?

I recently graduated college last year and am trying to pursue certifications to help build up my resume. I currently hold an AWS SAA certification and Azure AZ -900. I am looking to try and obtain the CISSP next. Is there something else I should start with before diving into CISSP or should I direct my studying and focus in that direction?

Hi, I have got offer from NTT, expected at least 9 LPA , how can I negotiate , have 2 years of experience in same domain (python & ansible) . Get selected for SRE Role. How much I can expect from them.

Hello everyone. I will be transitioning from the Navy soon and want to work in the cybersecurity field. I have an active secret clearance, BS in strategic intelligence, working on a masters in cybersecurity, and taking Security+ in December. No work experience in cyber, just my education and bootcamp course for Security+. Should I still apply for job that want 2-5+ years cyber experience and/or an active TS clearance?

Masters only patent agent in life sciences, worked in house for 2 years as a paralegal, patent agent for one year now. What should I expect for salary in NYC boutique/big law ?

Any senior BCG people on here willing to chat about what BCG do in health and help me understand the culture? Thx

What is annual salary increase for SA at Alvarez and Marsal? I applied for director role but offered SA since I have extensive industry experience but no prior consulting. I was offered additional compensation paid out over first year but concerned the annual increase will be less than the first year additional pay. If 15% increase reasonable for SA or only with promotion?

Heya! I’m an international student trying to find a job in business strategy or advertising. Yet, many companies do not want to hire me because of the OPT. I double major in Brand Management and Psychology. Any advice or direction on how to get my step through the door as a foreigner in this competitive industry?

Where do you over 50 ladies shop for work clothes? Need a bit if a wardrobe refresh and looking for ideas.

what is the salary range for a consultant at progression level 1 with accenture in a tier 2 city?

If I was a junior on a team during a campaign launch, is that something I can put in my book? I helped during the concepting phase, was responsible for keeping the boards up to date, and wrote a lot of the supporting materials (print, social etc) but obviously I was not on the shoot or the lead on writing the script. As long as I’m clear about my role is that acceptable?

What’s the word on Parker Hudson?

Hi fishes anyone please inform me about opening vacancy My current position cisco is Sales operations Engineer but term got end, please help me with opportunity

I am trying to make a switch to another company.
I would like to know what to say when a recruiter/HR asks me what my salary expectations are.
Consider me a newbie in salary negotiations.

Got offer from BCG for ECT. Read numerous comments about ECT being not attractive compared to Generalist track. Also heard challenges about billability/utilization. Any views/ guidance appreciated!
I am not super keen to become a partner (selling) and main reason to join will be working with different clients, smart talented people and a good brand. End goal (at the moment atleast) is to stay for few years and return to the industry. 15 YOE

I believe most members of this group are tense & anxious owing to the uncertainty surrounding H1b. Can we have members post some positive stories here ? Cases of extension/transfer approval( w/wo RFE)

How do I deal with minimal support from our principal when it comes to dealing with parents?

If you were going to be a partner in a national non-big 4 firm, which one would you pick and why?

Tips for becoming more independent as you progress from junior to midlevel? I am starting to be put into the position of just having to handle things including drafting and could use some advice from others.

Are u an Agency or Brand looking 4 a freelance producer for upcoming projects? Connect here w/freelance producers who are looking for their next gig. Typically word of mouth, made easier by a Bowl.

Im a Design Engineering from Mexico but Im also an American citizen, I would like to know how can I get my wet-stamp and if I need it… I have my degree from Mexico but I’m not not familiar with the process I have to follow to work as an Engineer in the States

Let's mention our skill, CTC, YOE & see the current market trend for Testing.

Skill : Performance Testing
CTC : 12 LPA+(fixed)
YOE : 8.1+

Position - Functional and Manual Testing
Certificate - ISTQB Certified
Experience - 6.5 years
Joining - Immediate Joiner
Location - Bangalore/Remote
Skills - Functional testing, Manual Testing, Agile and Scrum methodology
Domain - Banking, Payments Cards

Request to all fishes please suggest and refer me for open opportunities in Your organization

Any openings on manual testing for 3+.
Kidney dm me

Hi Fishes,
I'm currently working as ETL tester @ Infosys, 5Yoe, cctc: 6.5
Going for my first switch, and got offer from CTS with 11.5 ctc as etl tester.
My lwd is jan 2nd.
I got trained in Selenium in java and i think my selenium concepts/understandings are good, need some brush up on testng.
So is it advicable to kick start and brushup Selenium+ TestNG concepts in 1 month and go for automation role interviews as i dont have experience in realtime automation projects. Good or bad idea?
TIA

Hi Team,
Could you please refer in your company?
CCTC : 12.47 LPA(fixed)
YoE : 8.3
Skill : Functional Test Lead
Current Company : PwC India

Hu guys, I am planning to take Microsoft azure fundamentals exam , can u guys please tell me how to prepare for this exam , like how do I get the study materials ?

Hi fishes..

I have an offer of 16L my current ctc is 12 my company is saying wait for next hike cycle will offer u above 16L or 20L( which i asked) what is the best should i stay back or shift?

Hi fishes ,

I've been selected as a etl tester in thermo fisher scientific company,, any one from thermo fisher scientific?any tips ?

**Can I take retirement?**
Hi All,
I have around 29 Lac savings + 5 Lac gold.
And my wife has 28 Lac gold(wedding gift) + 80 Lac(ancestral) Land.
We have a child, his current age is 2 years+
Currently our monthly expenses are around 22k(max), and my CCTC is 15 LPA+ with 8+ YOE.
My age is 29! I don't feel like working anymore.

Hi Fishes,

I have been laid off due to no project in EPAM anywhere. Please help me in getting immediate job with Manual testing, API testing skills. Total experience is 7.11years ans relevant experience is 3.2years. Last da will be 20th September 22. Preferred Work from Home location.

Are there any tools /ways to perform automated testing/ BVT of Microsoft Power BI paginated reports?

Anyone who has prior knowledge/experience please help, any kind of links of documents or videos will help too.

Hello All,

Can anyone recommend opening for ETL/DWH Test Lead profile, with good experience in Hadoop to Azure(ADB,Synapse) data migration testing?

WFH/Layoff/Security
Hi,
CCTC including all benefits is 16.57 with 8.3 YOE, primarily focused on Manual Testing.
Is it worth looking for another opportunity?
I am afraid after seeing layoffs news of EPAM, Publicis Sapient & most of the other companies calling employees in the office.
I love my WFH in PwC India & base location of Kolkata. & the best thing is stability in PwC India, they never lay off!!