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rob_star··on Ask HN: Have you ever felt trapped?
Yes. Right now. I helped found and run a startup for nearly five years but had to start looking for a job a few months ago because we were running out of money very quickly. I accepted a Lead Engineer position in the U.S. (Pacific Northwest) at a big company but things just haven't worked out for me. There is nothing wrong with the job or the company, per se, it's just that the job is a bit boring and I hate the bureaucracy and the dynamics of such a large company. Even worse, I received a massive signing bonus which I used to pay for my relocation and a bunch of debts from my startup years. If I leave now, I will have to repay it, but a good chunk of that money is already gone.

I'm alone, depressed and the gloomy weather isn't helping either (SAD is very real). I keep wondering if I will never be able to fit in a regular job again. Yes, I feel trapped.

rob_star··on I’m Peter Roberts, immigration attorney who does work for YC and startups. AMA
About to have my TN Visa interview next week. Any tips or recommendations?
rob_star··on Ask HN: Who is hiring? (July 2018)
TN Visa friendly or remote Outside the US? Looking for the Android engineer position but it doesn't seem to be listed on you website yet. Is it still open? Thanks.
rob_star··on Ask HN: Who is hiring? (May 2018)
Really interested in applying! Will my CV reach a human being if i apply through the link or can i send it directly via email to you?