1. Get a role inside a large org. Like Fortune 50 large. They are starved for talent and generally love people that can code but also have a broader view of things. You will see many 50+ year old people in these orgs still contributing technically. And you can have many job titles during your career there.
2. Look at setting up an income generating portfolio. There are many stocks and ETFs that pay a monthly dividend. If you can save up a modest amount (for an engineers salary) over the next 10 years you could see your portfolio paying you 2k or more per month. This can give you a backstop and some confidence to put yourself out there as you age in your career.
1. Get a role inside a large org. Like Fortune 50 large. They are starved for talent and generally love people that can code but also have a broader view of things. You will see many 50+ year old people in these orgs still contributing technically. And you can have many job titles during your career there.
2. Look at setting up an income generating portfolio. There are many stocks and ETFs that pay a monthly dividend. If you can save up a modest amount (for an engineers salary) over the next 10 years you could see your portfolio paying you 2k or more per month. This can give you a backstop and some confidence to put yourself out there as you age in your career.