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Techie earning $85,000 in Canada considers moving to India for ₹26 LPA FAANG job
Techie earning $85,000 in Canada considers moving to India for ₹26 LPA FAANG job, internet reacts
Techie earning $85,000 in Canada considers moving to India for ₹26 LPA FAANG job, internet reacts
In a Reddit post, the techie shared that though the Canadian salary looks good on paper, the reality is very different.
Published on: Mar 21, 2026 7:45 AM IST By Trisha Sengupta Share via Copy link A Cloud Engineer’s dilemma has gone viral after taking to social media to ask whether to trade an $85,000 salary in Canada for a FAANG offer of ₹26.78 LPA in India. Currently living alone abroad, the engineer noted that, despite the higher dollar figure, the "rupee conversion doesn't tell the whole story." He also expressed concerns about high rent, a soaring cost of living, and the emotional toll of being away from family. The techie shared the pros and cons of relocating to India to join a FAANG. (Representative image). (Pexels) “Canada $85k Cloud Engineer vs FAANG India ₹26.78 LPA — which makes more sense for my situation?” the individual wrote in a Reddit post, adding, “Currently working in Canada as a Cloud Engineer at $85k. Solo here, the entire family is in India. Just got a FAANG offer in India at ₹26.78 LPA.” Also Read: ₹47 LPA job in Pune, says 'Package was good, company was great but...'">Techie rejects ₹47 LPA job in Pune, says 'Package was good, company was great but...' The techie added, “On paper the Canada number looks bigger but I'm alone here, spending heavily on rent and cost of living, and the rupee conversion doesn't tell the whole story.” The person urged that they are looking for “genuine takes,” not just on the financial aspect of the shift, but also on its impact on their lifestyle. A post shared by a Reddit user. (Screengrab (Reddit))What did social media say?
The post ignited a fierce debate on social media, leaving the internet divided. While some cautioned him against returning to India, others insisted that the move back home was the smarter choice. An individual posted, “If you can obtain PR and citizenship in Canada, it’s a life-changing event not just for you but for your entire progeny. That would alter their entire course of life. I would say, don’t be scared by the grind; go through it and build yourself. You can always land a better job later. Even if you earn crores in India, you are still just a falling bridge, pothole, or some dehati mowing you down away from danger. Why would you bet on India when its leaders themselves have given up on it as it can be seen by their kids living abroad. Another expressed, “$85K is on the lower side. Why not aim to earn more by changing jobs? I wouldn’t move to India because the reason I moved was not just money.” Also Read: Indian-origin techie quits 'dream job' at Apple to launch AI startup with father: ‘We’re a complementary fit' A third commented, “Trust me, a salary of ₹26.78 LPA in India is significantly higher than $85k in Canada.” A fourth wrote, “$85k in Canada is very low. If you can get $125k+ in Canada, you can thrive (as a single). But 85k is extremely low considering the cost of living. I can’t comment on income in India, but I would assume having a FAANG experience in your profile is going to help you a lot.” (Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.) ABOUT THE AUTHOR Trisha Sengupta Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More Canada Reddit Viral Get Latest Updates on Trending News Viral News, Video, Photos and Weather Updates of India and around the world News / Trending / Techie Earning $85,000 In Canada Considers Moving To India For ₹26 LPA FAANG Job, Internet Reacts See LessA Cloud Engineer’s dilemma has gone viral after taking to social media to ask whether to trade an $85,000 salary in Canada for a FAANG offer of ₹26.78 LPA in India. Currently living alone abroad, the engineer noted that, despite the higher dollar figure, the "rupee conversion doesn't tell the whole story." He also expressed concerns about high rent, a soaring cost of living, and the emotional toll of being away from family.
“Canada $85k Cloud Engineer vs FAANG India ₹26.78 LPA — which makes more sense for my situation?” the individual wrote in a Reddit post, adding, “Currently working in Canada as a Cloud Engineer at $85k. Solo here, the entire family is in India. Just got a FAANG offer in India at ₹26.78 LPA.”
Also Read: ₹47 LPA job in Pune, says 'Package was good, company was great but...'">Techie rejects ₹47 LPA job in Pune, says 'Package was good, company was great but...'
The techie added, “On paper the Canada number looks bigger but I'm alone here, spending heavily on rent and cost of living, and the rupee conversion doesn't tell the whole story.”
The person urged that they are looking for “genuine takes,” not just on the financial aspect of the shift, but also on its impact on their lifestyle.
An individual posted, “If you can obtain PR and citizenship in Canada, it’s a life-changing event not just for you but for your entire progeny. That would alter their entire course of life. I would say, don’t be scared by the grind; go through it and build yourself. You can always land a better job later. Even if you earn crores in India, you are still just a falling bridge, pothole, or some dehati mowing you down away from danger. Why would you bet on India when its leaders themselves have given up on it as it can be seen by their kids living abroad. Another expressed, “$85K is on the lower side. Why not aim to earn more by changing jobs? I wouldn’t move to India because the reason I moved was not just money.”
Also Read: Indian-origin techie quits 'dream job' at Apple to launch AI startup with father: ‘We’re a complementary fit'
A third commented, “Trust me, a salary of ₹26.78 LPA in India is significantly higher than $85k in Canada.” A fourth wrote, “$85k in Canada is very low. If you can get $125k+ in Canada, you can thrive (as a single). But 85k is extremely low considering the cost of living. I can’t comment on income in India, but I would assume having a FAANG experience in your profile is going to help you a lot.”
(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.)
Source: HindustanTimes
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