Linux Community Magazine

The computer has become a part and parcel of everyday life. It is extremely difficult to imagine a world without computers. Today, we use it for performing the simplest of tasks. It has become a tool of entertainment as well as development. Therefore, job openings related to computers, hardware or software has increased tremendously. However, compared to hardware, demand in software is much more. As such, the IT industry is one of the fastest growing industries at present. It employs millions of people every year. Software development has become one of the most sought after jobs.

Linux, like Windows is an operating system. However, the advantage of using Linux is that it is user-programmable. Thus, Linux is an open source operating system. This enables developers to customize it to their needs and perform a myriad of tasks with it. Professionals who can work with Linux are in great demand within the industry. Usually preference is given to applicants with some experience under their belt. Therefore, it would be a good option to have the latest knowledge and some previous experience of developing software on Linux. However, there might be companies that might be willing to hire candidates with no experience but a drive to excel.

Now, there are a number of possibilities while looking for a job. It all boils down to whether you want to work on a freelance basis or as a permanent employee. Freelancing gives you the freedom of working from home and completing the tasks at your leisure as long as you meet deadlines. As a permanent employee, you would be required to report to office everyday and also maintain all workplace ethics.

The best and easiest way of going about looking for Linux jobs would be to browse the Internet. Linux jobs can also be found by browsing through Linux specific portals and posting rsums on the jobs boards. One can also look in the classifieds sections of the newspapers. There are plenty of job requirements for people with Linux experience published in newspapers daily. By doing a thorough research it would be easy to get any kind of Linux opening in your area. Once you have narrowed down the options, you can start contacting potential employers. They might organize an interview with you, and once they are satisfied with your qualification and experience they will be more than willing to hire you. You can negotiate your basic salary and other perks at this stage.