[Teknomadix]

It has been going this way for some time in the US. My own story and experience was very similar to yours. Lost my position as a Sr. Engineer, and while going through that gauntlet of algorithms trying to find a new role, I found a pivot instead. Left the software world of abstractions and optimizations, and brought my skills in physical hardware and machine knowledge to the forefront. Now I work in hard technology. I may be sort of unique in that I had these parallel skillsets and experiences. But it's never too late to learn new skills. What other skills outside of software do you have?

[nirvanist]

That’s a great pivot and thank you for your comment at least it s open other point of view

I’m mostly focused on software full-stack, backend, automation, and building products.

The problem in my case is that I’m too passionate about it. I was so committed to web and software development that I don’t really have easily transferable skills outside of it.

I’m currently training for some certifications, but I still feel like it’s not the best use of my time.

[qup]

Find places where you're the most technical person, and you will find your skills have easily transferred.

I just landed a consulting gig installing network hardware. I'm a full stack web dev like yourself. I did a web project for them before they asked about this one.

I'm simply the only technical person they know.

Thankfully, the network requirements are simple enough I could confidently agree.