A viral video has sparked discussion about IT professionals turning to gig work during the current job slump. For years, an engineering degree and an IT job were viewed as a reliable path to middle class stability. The plan was simple and predictable for many families.
Most graduates joined a service company, moved to a metro or NCR, bought a flat on loan, and let monthly salaries take care of the EMIs. That story still exists, but the video highlights how fragile that path has become. It reflects a shift in financial security for tech workers.
In the clip, the creator speaks about a friend who worked in IT while paying EMIs on a flat. He switched jobs hoping for a better role, but the timing went wrong. The market slowed, hiring stalled, and interviews did not convert into offers. The situation became stressful.
The EMIs continued without pause. To manage expenses, he rented out his own flat and moved to a cheaper place. He also started working part time with Rapido to keep paying the bank. His move was a survival step rather than a choice.
This incident mirrors a wider churn in the IT job market. Companies have become cautious and some roles are shrinking. Automation and AI are changing what kind of work holds value. Many engineers now face a gap between old skills and new expectations.
For some, gig work and side hustles are filling that gap. The video’s message is not simply that jobs are disappearing. It suggests that depending on one sector and taking heavy EMIs can turn even a small career setback into a financial crisis. It is a warning for many professionals.
