How to Best Quit Your New DevJob!

How to Best Quit Your New DevJob!

Imagine you've just started a new job as a developer, it's your first week in the office, and things aren't going the way you imagined. Maybe your new boss is a choleric one, or you find out that the company is about to fall apart. You haven't even set up your new workspace, much less know the names of your new colleagues, but you know you want to get out of here as soon as possible.

The scenario described is a nightmare for any tech professional. If you got the DevJob through an external recruiter, you might fear that the relationship with them will be permanently destroyed. But no matter which route you used to get the job, you'll wonder if word of your termination will get out and negatively impact your reputation. Although developers are desperately sought everywhere, the tech scene, especially in Austria, is very manageable.

We've put together some tips in this article to help you through the phase.

Make sure...

Not every onboarding always goes smoothly. You want to start and find that you haven't even been created in the system as a new employee. It can also be that your new colleagues are stressed and rude because a software project has to be finished urgently.

We recommend that you stick with it until you can really clearly diagnose whether the negativity is temporary or permanent. Remember, it can take weeks, or even months, to settle into a new role, especially in a new industry.

If your new supervisor, however, is rude, or very short-tempered within the first few hours of your presence, that is certainly an indication to quit the job immediately.

You always see each other twice

Your new job is hell on earth and definitely justifies your termination. However, it could also be that the new development department and also colleagues and supervisors are perfectly fine, but the whole setup just doesn't suit you personally (cultural fit).

No matter what the situation is, you should do your best to leave as tactfully as possible. Even if the "Head of Development" and your current colleagues are not happy about your spontaneous departure, stay professional and positive. Don't apologize too much, instead make it clear that this scenario is ultimately best for everyone involved.

The development team doesn't deserve a colleague who isn't a good fit for the organization, and life is simply too short to work for a company that doesn't inspire your full enthusiasm.

Even if your short experience wasn't ideal, resist the urge to be offensive on your way out the door. People in the software industry tend to have long memories, and chances are you'll run into the project manager, lead developer, or other colleague again in a different context.

Always give notice in person

If you are very embarrassed about throwing in the towel after just a few days, it might also be very tempting for you to simply communicate your resignation via mail or phone. However, we recommend a different approach: summon up all your courage and go face to face with your supervisor to announce your resignation.

Your supervisor may be shocked, or even throw a tantrum. He might also try to persuade you to stay with more money and better benefits.

More money and perks are great, but if you decide to quit, make sure you also provide your manager with a formal letter of resignation.

You don't have to explain your reasons for quitting in detail, but you should give some justification. Even if your contact wants to know more details about your motivations, avoid being too negative.

Give enough time

You should give the company the time it needs and not leave abruptly. This way you can make sure that you leave the company under relatively good conditions. Especially if you liked the company and your manager in general, but the job itself was not a hit, you should try to find a suitable farewell.

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