Dreaming of a high-paying job abroad sounds appealing, but how much do you really save once everyday expenses kick in? For many professionals, the reality is more complex than the salary figure alone. An Indian engineer working at Amazon in Dublin has now shared his real numbers, offering a closer look at income, spending and what life actually costs in a global tech city.
In a video shared on Instagram by content creator Umang Chaudhary, the engineer speaks openly about his role and daily life. When asked about his position, he responds, “I work in Dublin as a software developer engineer, and yeah, it’s the Amazon office in Dublin.”
The discussion soon turns to salary, one of the most talked-about aspects of working abroad. The engineer shares that he earns “about 70,000 to 90,000 euros” annually (Rs 75- 96 lakh) While this may sound like a strong package, it also raises an important question, how far does that money really go in a city like Dublin?
He answers that by breaking down his monthly spending. Speaking about his expenses, he says, “My monthly expenses are around 3,000 euros (Rs 3.2 lakh).” This includes rent, groceries, utilities, transport and other day-to-day costs. Dublin has consistently been ranked among the more expensive European cities.
Even so, the engineer points out that saving is still possible with planning. Talking about how much he manages to put aside, he says he saves “about 30 to 40 percent in good months”. For many viewers, this becomes the key takeaway. It shows that while costs are high, disciplined spending can still lead to meaningful savings.
Beyond numbers, the conversation also explores lifestyle. Is the move only about money, or does quality of life matter just as much? The engineer compares Dublin with Seattle, another major tech hub and home to Amazon’s headquarters. When asked if moving to Dublin was worth it, he says, “Yeah Dublin is a really nice city. It’s much more peaceful than Seattle. Seattle is great in its own way but Dublin is much more peaceful and yeah the people there are great.”