Data Engineer: From Graduation to Saudi Arabia (Living Expenses, Salary & More!)

In this exclusive interview, we dive into the inspiring journey of a Data Engineer who has successfully navigated his career from graduation to securing a coveted position in Saudi Arabia. Discover how he landed his first job, his experiences working with top companies like CureMD and Afiniti, and his insights into the tech industry.
Waqar LinkedIn Link: / waqar-shahbaz-a55118111
🔍 Topics Covered:
0:58 Introduction
1:20 Post-Graduation Struggles and First Job Breakthrough
06:30 Certifications and Interview
10:10 How I come to Saudi Arabia?
12:30 Opportunity in Saudi Arabia
15:00 Opportunities in your Company
15:50 Salary Package
16:40 Pros and Cons
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📌 Key Takeaways:
Practical tips for landing your first job in data engineering
Real-world experiences from working at leading tech companies
Insights into living and working in Saudi Arabia
Detailed salary expectations and living expenses
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[@tahadaniyal6339]

I have worked with Waqar as a data engineer. He is such a helpful friend. This is very informative video. I look forward to meeting you in Riyadh.

[@Nouman67yu]

Bro ma 8 semester my bs computer kar raha ho smaj nahi a raha k web development karo ya date science

[@aminashahbaz8462]

Fascinating to see your journey from graduation to becoming a successful data engineer in Saudi Arabia! Your determination and passion for data engineering are truly inspiring. The insights you shared about the industry and the opportunities available in Saudi Arabia are incredibly valuable. Thank you for sharing your story and shedding light on the exciting possibilities in this field. Keep shining and inspiring others to pursue their dreams!

[@uxperiencedev]

I have worked with Waqar in Riyadh. He is a great Data Engineer and very skillful. This video is very informative and up to the mark. Everyone either a professional or students can benefit from it 🫡

[@Usamakhan-vu7xs]

Waqar is one of the best data engineer in Pakistan ❤

[@FarhaanAleeKhan]

Such an informative video, i am IT auditor and worked with waqar. He is very skilful and generous person. Thankyou Mirza for sharing such good content 👍

[@withnaeem]

Great

[@abeerashahbaz3263]

Hard work is the key. Well done 👏

[@alayagill6292]

Big Love and support, Waqar bhai! 💯❤️🎉

[@saraaftab2361]

Waqar is a v helpful guy. Do talk to him and take his advice

[@MohammedSohaib-eq1ju]

How can I contact him ?

[@malikabdulaziz1738]

Very inspirational video and much love to Waqar. May you achieve more. ❤❤

[@hmdtv1383]

Naeem bhai include this question on your videis like how to become data engineer, developer, revelnt field

[@nighatshahbaz4942]

I am proud of you my shining son❤

[@sabahatzahra8551]

Good job waqar. May you achieve more 🎉

[@affanshahbaz9164]

Inspirational ❤❤

[@HassanAlvi-yj7eo]

Masha'Allah.. keep on shining @Waqar

[@fiazahmadshaheen4414]

Very inspiring journey Waqar. It's motivating to learn the power of consistent persuation of short/medium term goals and their magnitude of success.
Keep growing and stay blessed.

[@muhammadarslan545]

Thankyou waqar for explaining all the details. I think this will be very helpful specially for the newbies.

[@mehrozmalik]

Great waqa👍

[@FrontendGuy277]

Great video and very informative. I really enjoyed the way he describe the complete path of data engineering in simple words. 👍

[@Shazyrv]

This is great Waqar. Keep reaching new heights.

[@MuhammadAhsan-xo6dc]

Thank you naeem bhai.
Such an amazing person and session was very informative.

[@abdurrehmanakbar]

Humble person and best data engineer ❤

[@tayyabaasif513]

Informative one

[@BilalSadiq-qs6qw]

Waqar the best👍🏻,lots of love my bro ❤
ALLAH bless u more n more

[@MuhammadIbrahimWazir]

Thank you for sharing all these valuable information.

[@harborlines7552]

Really hardworking guy.

[@umairasghar4206]

This is a great video. I am looking forward towards data engineering and this is very informative. I look forward to meet waqar in Riyadh IA

[@ihamzahafeez]

Keep shining bro .. May ALLAH bless u more !! 🖤

[@ShumailaKhan-mj3ic]

Good job Waqar

[@uzeyirktk6732]

You can easily start learning Data Engineering from Coursera like "IBM Data Engineer Professional Certificate", free of cost through financial aid program.

[@shaikusman536]

Very good insights brothers...........Jazak ALLAHU khaira........Respect from Bangalore,INDIA.....

[@iqrathanedar915]

Hey I am from India and interested in data engineering...Well this video was very helpful for me.Keep uploading such content 👍

[@user-su9pz8xt3x]

Amazing video with lot of info...kar diya subscribed😀

[@user-ly9jm8gw8h]

Outstanding ❤

[@Student276]

Jazakallahu Khair please make vedio on Electrical engineer

[@amazingcollections1360]

Really best and informative video.... May Allah give you more and More success and happiness in your life waqas .... 😅 I mean waqar 😂.... !!!!

[@msameerfarooq]

Ayooo, my cricket buddy 🤍 and sometimes a gossipy colleague 😉.
Keep rising and shinning dude ❤

[@imamabdullahkhan5749]

Mashallah Video achcha hai bhai, but please aap saudi me monthly living expenses bhi for data engineer bhi include kariye

[@theyzilay]

I know Waqar personally, he is very nice and cooperative guy

[@hassanirfan1099]

Great job bro 💕

[@minnaammazhar4104]

Good job waqar

[@usmanjamshaid9910]

Hard working Man ❤

[@FurqanKhan1828]

Also make a video about only Data Science opportunities

[@hamzaaslam9130]

As’Salam u Alaikum,
Kindly try to make a video regarding cyber security’s scope and trends in Saudi Arabia. It’d be appreciable if there’d be a vlog with the person in industry.

[@withnaeem]

InshaAllah Brother

[@quaidali12]

Please make a complete raod map 🗺️ video for data engineering

[@abdulsalamlatif9661]

Waqar Bhai Fitness 🥹😍

[@saengineering3148]

Good job bro❤

[@Hazrat18903]

Subscribe kiya hai bhai aapka channel❤

[@aleequreshi3453]

My boy Vikasss ❤❤❤❤

[@user-qr5wt7ug4p]

Sir good ase naleg de. New bacho kely

[@sameerulhaq4066]

Make with Data Scientist , BI Analyst or Data Analyst

[@HassaanNadeem-vf1qe]

Waqar Bhai ❤

[@wadoodbaig2820]

Kindly make video with any Ai/ML Engineer

[@withnaeem]

InshaAllah

[@AsadRiaz-uj6vl]

Good job bro

[@ranasalman6656]

very good babu❤

[@muhammadahmed3772]

🔥🔥A very important question, please list some IT/Software companies of Saudi Arabia

[@withnaeem]

Sure brother I will make a video on it

[@muhammadahmed3772]

@@withnaeem A quick question, a person with visit visa can pursue internship in Saudi Arabia.

[@aqeelrehman5204]

MashAllah ❤

[@MohammedSohaib-eq1ju]

His linked in Account?

[@tscoding1864]

Helo i am tariq living in ksa computer graduate i wana meet you bro

[@tscoding1864]

Paid tracke please

[@ahmazraza4360]

mashallah

[@abdulrazak8377]

Hello sir, I have completed my BTech in India and now I'm living in Saudi Arabia. Can I get job in Saudi Arabia as a fresher?

[@waqarkhanpisces]

Watching

[@tipstricks4082]

Data analytics vs engineers?

[@wajidalikhan872]

How is growth in datascience.
Is datascience better than software testing

[@riyazahmad8235]

Bhai i'm a data analyst having 2 yrs of experience in one of the top MNC of India. How can i apply for the same role in gulf countries. Anyone please advise

[@withnaeem]

Already uploaded video on this topic

[@Student276]

No clear voice very irritating

[@AsadRiaz-uj6vl]

❤❤

[@shahmirasif8635]

Beside linkedin are there any helpful job portals which i can use to find data engineering specific opportunities in Middle East countries

[@mobilewalagamers]

After matriculation digital marketing kar sakta hun

[@AkramAli-uy3wj]

Bhai web developers saudi Arabia me kya scope ispe plz video bnaye btaye..

[@syedmuhammadsalarshah6606]

Assalam u aliakum.I asked a question from all the netizens that I m the student of physics and I m interested in data.What should I do to persue my career in data analysis.any certifications.thanx

[@user-tq2yw4ly8n]

Data scientist with 2 years of experience kitni salary ho gi saudi mai

[@KaifShaikhTaufiq]

17:35 fix the subtitles or at least review them

[@withnaeem]

These substitutes from google

[@fawad_khan]

15k to 25k for 5 to 10 year experience? Isn't it's a low income?

[@withnaeem]

I don’t think so

[@forexkenya1]

Interview with English

[@withnaeem]

Thank you for your feedback

[@Umeed606]

💗💗

[@digitalmemers9843]

Only 20k riyal annual?

[@warriorgaming3070]

Monthly

[@muhammadhassan-iy4xg]

💕💕💕

[@muazzamijaz5020]

Good job waqar

[@AsadRiaz-uj6vl]

❤❤