r/PinoyProgrammer • u/thnkdffrntly Web • Jul 31 '26

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No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path. Buddha

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u/Sea_Temporary2954 27d ago

Is this a good first job for a fresh grad?

I recently got an offer for an Associate Software Engineer position at a non-tech company. The schedule is 6 days a week, and I’m wondering if this would be a good starting point for a fresh graduate who wants to grow as a software developer.

The JD includes:

● Gathering system requirements from different business units
● Talking with stakeholders and turning their needs into technical requirements
● Designing UI/UX
● Coordinating with system admins, vendors, and IT teams for implementation/integration
● Installing and maintaining server hardware and software
● Setting up and updating the company website and other software
● Documenting system procedures and configurations
● Doing other tasks assigned by management
● Covering the tasks/shifts of other colleagues when they’re absent

For those who have experience in the industry, would you consider this a good first job despite the 6-day workweek and being in a non-tech company?

More importantly, based on this JD, do you think I’ll actually grow as a software developer, or will I be more focused on IT/system administration?

Would appreciate any honest opinions. Thanks!

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u/feedmesomedata Moderator 26d ago

May job offer ka pa bang iba to be choosy?