IIT Kanpur alum, 61, considers returning to India after struggling to find job, afford rent in US: 'I never imagined I'd end up in this situation'

Decades in IT, no job offer: Indian-Origin techie considers returning to India

Gautam Dev, who lives in Dallas, Texas, resigned from his software engineering job in September 2024 after his employer asked him to relocate to another state to retain his position.

"That decision became a disaster...”: 61-year-old Indian-origin techie in Dallas struggles with rent and bills after struggling to get a job for two years; considers returning to India

A 61-year-old software engineer, previously graduated from IIT Kanpur, encountered unexpected hurdles following his job loss in Dallas. After opting to leave his position in 2024, he embarked on a challenging quest for employment. As he faced mounting gaps in his resume, dwindling finances forced him to take on gig jobs. Now contemplating a move back to India, he is reevaluating his future as retirement nears.

IIT Kanpur alumnus unable to find job in US for two years, raises ₹8 lakh through GoFundMe

Gautam Dev highlighted the changing dynamics of the IT industry and the artificial intelligence boom as key challenges.

61-year-old IIT Kanpur alumnus struggles to find job in US after quitting TCS, raises money to pay bills

After leaving his job in 2024, the IIT Kanpur alumnus has struggled to find full-time work despite years of experience. He now relies on gig work and donations to pay his bills, while considering a move back to India.

Jobless For 2 Years In US, 61-Year-Old IIT Kanpur Alum Considers Returning To India

Gautam Dev, who lives in Dallas, Texas, resigned from his software engineering job in September 2024 after being asked to relocate to another state to keep his position.