Every few days, social media seems to produce a new success story about someone landing a lucrative job abroad. The salary figures grab attention instantly, the offer letters get shared widely, and the comments section quickly fills up with one question: “How did you do it?”
That question is now at the center of a viral discussion after a tech professional revealed that they had an Rs 75 lakh per annum remote job in India and still managed to secure three offers from Germany and other European Union countries, each paying more than €100,000 in base salary.
What caught people's attention was not just the money but the way the techie described the journey. There were no claims of secret tricks or shortcuts. Instead, the post focused on the realities of applying for overseas roles, the challenges of finding companies willing to sponsor visas, and the persistence needed to succeed as an international candidate.
The Search Started with One Simple Rule
According to the techie, candidates hoping to work abroad should be prepared to apply to a large number of openings. The reason, the post explained, is that only a small number of companies are willing to sponsor visas. Because of this, the professional described the process as a “numbers game,” where persistence matters as much as qualifications.
Experience Can Make a Difference
The post also spoke about the profiles that often find success in highly paid technology roles across Europe. According to the techie, experience at FAANG companies or similar high-growth firms can be valuable. The ability to negotiate compensation effectively was another factor highlighted in the post.
Rejections Shouldn't Be Taken Personally
One of the more relatable points in the post was about handling rejection. The techie noted that candidates should not assume every rejection is linked to a lack of skill. In some cases, employers may choose someone with a similar profile who is already based in Europe and does not require visa sponsorship.
Competition Is Part of the Process
The professional also shared a blunt observation about the hiring market. According to the post, Indian applicants often need to be better than the average good German or European candidate when competing for these opportunities.
Personality Matters Too
The final lesson had little to do with coding, degrees, or work experience. The techie said candidates should come across as sociable and likeable during interviews. Technical skills are important, but the ability to connect with people can also influence hiring decisions.
Social Media Users React
The post attracted plenty of reactions from users, many of whom congratulated the techie and shared their own experiences.
“75 lpa is just crazy, haha. Wonder if I can even touch 10 (I'm unemployed). Anyway, congratulations,” wrote one user.
Another commented, “Thank you for the tips. Also, 100k base in Germany is good going! Congratulations!”
A third user said, “Congratulations. As someone working in Germany. Please take your first six months, i.e., Probezeit, very seriously, give your 110 per cent. And if you want permanent residence, start learning till b1 and apply the moment you hit the 21-month mark.”
A fourth added: “Congrats man, you're paying around the same percentage in tax as you would have in India but getting a better quality of life. Good for you lol.”
Disclaimer: This article is based on a post shared on social media. The views expressed are those of the individuals concerned and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Times of India.
