Currently job turned out to be underwhelming. Not sure what to do next?.. Contract? (data engineer/visualisation)

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I took my current job under pressure with a move due to a take over of my previous company and lack of clarity of my old job security. So I had to rush the job hunt.

Promises of azure/development were made. But haven't come to be. I'm stagnating.
My job is easy. Too easy at 37 years old. And I'm in danger of being left behind.

I'm considering a slightly long term prospect now rather than just the next step.



I'm tempted by contract work:
-My mortgage is secure for 5 years
-I get bored of jobs quickly
-I'd be comfortable with lack of work at times.

But I don't really know what contract work is really like? I fear it maybe a step too far. Especially considering my current "coasting" job.


If it is (it probably is) a step too far. I'd like to find a new job that could lead me into contracting.. If I wish. Potentially a way to contract withing a firm?


Really, I'm at a loss on what to do next. And would rather not just "get another job".



Anyone in or been in a similar position?

 

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Have you considering working for a consultancy? This may give an opportunity to work on projects implementing new tech and also be able to change projects periodically (helping with the boredom).
There's quite a few consultancies that are looking to hire in the data engineering/Viz sector.

I have. It might be a good half way point to get a feel for it. But with some of the safety net still attached.

Seems like there are plenty of opportunities out there fortunately.