I've not used this space to talk about what I do for a living before, so I think today is a good day to tell you a bit about that. I'm a Software Engineer, working mainly as a Java/J2EE programmer/analyst. I'm also a contractor, which means I get to switch jobs every 3-6 months. There are many good and bad things about this arrangement. First the good: The pay is certainly better. I earn more in a week, than I would earn as a permanent in 3. Maybe even more, depending on the rate. I get to work on something different every few months. No endless maintenance! Less office politics. I don't have to care if Eric's not talking to Lucy because she said he was incompetent. Or smells bad (this happens in every office). But there are downsides If I don't work, I don't get paid. So : holidays, sick leave, bereavement, paternity and anything else - no pay. Interviews every few months. Jeese, I'm sick of interviews. ...
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