In 2024, Gregor Konzett, a 27-year-old software engineer, transitioned from working in London to Google's headquarters in Mountain View, California. This move fulfilled a long-held aspiration for Konzett, who grew up in a small Austrian village and always envisioned himself in Silicon Valley, a hub of technological innovation.
Konzett joined Google in 2022 and was initially stationed in London, where communication delays due to time zone differences hindered his work. After two years, he successfully negotiated a transfer to California, only to leave the company a year later to pursue a startup accelerator program back in London. Despite the challenging job market, he believed this decision was worthwhile.
His experience in Silicon Valley was largely aligned with his expectations, characterized by a vibrant engineering community and a dynamic team environment at Google. However, he noted that the infrastructure was not as advanced as anticipated, with unreliable internet speeds. Overall, Konzett enjoyed the collaborative atmosphere and the responsibilities entrusted to him during his tenure.