[Info-vax] Contract Opportunity: VMS Developer

[Kerry Main]

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Info-vax <info-vax-bounces at rbnsn.com> On Behalf Of Dave Froble
> via Info-vax
> Sent: April 6, 2019 2:00 PM
> To: info-vax at rbnsn.com
> Cc: Dave Froble <davef at tsoft-inc.com>
> Subject: Re: [Info-vax] Contract Opportunity: VMS Developer
> 

[snip..]

> > For those with OpenVMS backgrounds noted above and want to work in a
> large mission critical OpenVMS App environment that supports millions of
> Customers, this is likely an excellent opportunity.
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > Kerry Main
> > Kerry dot main at starkgaming dot com
> 
> Or not ....
> 
> I sent an email to the guy.  Up front I mentioned the last time I quoted a rate
> it was $150/hr.  I've seen more, and less, but thought I'd throw that against
> the wall and see if it would stick.
> 
> Never heard back.  No reply.
> 
> Perhaps they'd pay minimum wage ????

There are likely not going to be many software development opportunities anywhere to get USD $150 (CAD $200/hr) or in other terms, CAD $400,000/yr (2000 hr typical year). Big difference between minimum wage and what you were asking for.

Yes, SAP and other large companies demand the big hourly rates, but private developers seldom get these big corporate rates.

Btw, the reason for a short initial contract is often to see if the person applying will be a good fit. If yes, then longer terms often follow.

Tip - don't forget that staffing firms typically add 5-10% on top of the rate you request to their Client.

Another tip - just because you sent one email to the staffing firm and received no response, don't assume there was no interest (ok, actually requesting CAD $200/hr would likely not receive much interest). 

Often these staffing firms have spam filters and unusual domain names often get trapped in these before the staffer even see's these.

Sometimes a contract opportunity gets filled quickly.

Follow-up with a voice mail. (see Maplesoft Calgary web site)
<http://www.maplesoftgroup.com/en/about/contact/office-locations>

(above applies to all staffing and Customer applications btw)


Regards,

Kerry Main
Kerry dot main at starkgaming dot com