𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿, 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿: 𝗔 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻'𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁-𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗴'𝘀 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆
Fresh out of one of Malaysia's top universities, a 21-year-old Indonesian engineer, driven by ambition, secured his first full-time job. His employer was a public high-tech company in Penang, a renowned hub for cutting-edge industries. The connection was solidified during his internship, where his skills caught the eye of the company’s leadership.
Penang, often dubbed the "Silicon Valley of the East," hosts global giants and local leaders in the semiconductor, electronics, and IT sectors. The fast-paced, high-tech environment offered endless opportunities for the young expatriate to prove his mettle.
For three years, he worked tirelessly, honing his engineering expertise and navigating the complex corporate landscape. His determination and results-driven approach did not go unnoticed, and soon, he attracted the attention of a US-based multinational company. Known for innovation and leadership in the tech world, this company offered him a 40% salary increase—a testament to his growing value in the industry.
Accepting the offer marked a turning point in his career. The move not only provided financial growth but also broadened his exposure to cutting-edge global technology and practices. Now part of a multinational environment, he learned to thrive under international standards while maintaining the work ethic that had carried him this far.
Within two years, his perseverance paid off as he reached his goal of earning RM10K (Rp36M) monthly. This milestone was accompanied by additional perks such as annual bonuses, performance bonuses, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), solidifying his position in the company.
His journey, from a hopeful intern to a high-earning engineer in one of Southeast Asia’s tech hubs, reflects his hard work, strategic moves, and ability to seize opportunities. His story is an inspiration to aspiring engineers, particularly expatriates seeking to carve out a successful career in the highly competitive high-tech industry.
But the question remains—is RM10K good enough for someone with five years of experience in this competitive, high-tech environment?
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Lecturer in Management & Digital Marketing
3wAgain put master degree but maximal 26 years old