#51 - Developers Working Abroad

In this episode of GeeksBlabla, we discuss with our guests what is it like to work abroad as a developer. Guests Abdelfettah Sghiouar Mariam Kharbat Oussama Salimi Ahmed Kachkach Othmane Meniar Notes 0:01 - Introduction 0:04 - What is your academic background and where have you worked in Morocco? 0:09 - What to consider if you want to work abroad for the first time? 0:19 - Does the position you are applying for abroad take into consideration your Moroccan diploma? 0:25 - What are the pros and cons of working abroad? 0:35 - Is it less complicated to get promoted abroad? 0:49 - Which is better as s first job in Morocco, to work in an "SSII" or in a startup? 0:54 - How is the lifestyle abroad, in terms of cost and work-life? 1:16 - What to consider when applying for remote jobs in Europe? 1:19 - Is English the primary work-language in Europe? 1:25 - What are the best job sectors to apply for abroad? 1:39 - Is it important to change jobs after a period of time? 1:55 - Freelance vs CDI. 2:02 - Do I need to verify all the requirements to apply for a job abroad? 2:12 - How to negotiate your salary? 2:20 - Work permits abroad. 2:26 - Wrap up and goodbye. Links Calculate your salary Remote hiring Cost of Living Comparison glassdoor Prepared and Presented by Meriem Zaid Ismail Tlemcani