Is it better to be a contractor or full time employee as a software engineer? There are many decisions that have to be made as a software engineer during your career, such as which tools to use, what languages or frameworks to learn, or deciding whether to go the people management route or not. But one choice that could have a major impact on your future career is deciding between being a full time employee or a contractor. More specifically, the question that is asked the most is: Which one is better? 

In this episode we'll discuss the pros, cons, and differences between contracting and being a full time employee as a software engineer. We'll also talk about which route may be best for your career as a software engineer. Common questions around the differences in pay, work environment, career path, and the interview process will be answered.

LeftBrain Dev is a podcast that discusses the ins and outs of careers in software engineering. We answer the burning career questions, from entry level jobs to leading and growing engineering teams.