As one of the world’s largest economies, Germany continues to attract tech talent from all over the world, and has even overtaken the UK in terms of intra-Europe tech immigration in recent years. Whilst Berlin may be the first place that comes to mind when thinking of places to live as a Data Analyst in Germany, with its numerous start-ups and international culture, there are several reasons why you should also consider the southern gem of Munich. Here are three of the best:
A First-Class Quality Of LifeWhile the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of Munich is often the world famous Oktoberfest and the beer induced crowds packed into small beer tents paying the equivalent of a year´s salary for a pint, this is not the only thing Munich has to offer. During the other 349 days of the year when Munich is not packed with Lederhosen-wearing crowds from all over the world, it is a tranquil, green place to live. Munich is home to a number of large parks, including the beautiful Englischer Garten, Museums and a number of non-beer related cultural events throughout the year. It’s also the third largest city in Germany and, as such, has all the benefits that big city life has to offer. However, nature is never far away, with a beautiful mountain landscape just on the horizon, including the tallest mountain in Germany, the Zugspitze, which sits only 90 km away. On top of this, the transportation system in Munich is one of the best in the country; clean, efficient and so simple to use, it actually makes commuting bearable.
Expansive Opportunities Most major European cities have seen a boom in the tech market in recent years and Munich is no exception. Not only home to some of the biggest global and German players such as Amazon, MunichRE, Man, Allianz and Linde, the city is also seeing an increasing amount of investment in tech start-ups. This has led to tech talent, particularly Data & Analytics talent, being highly sought after by a number of the country’s biggest and best employers. And healthy competition means even healthier salaries. Even though Munich doesn’t have the lowest cost of living around, the average pay for Data Analysts is higher than in most other German cities, meaning you’ll get to make the most of your time away from the office.
A Thriving International CultureWith 25-38% of Munich´s residents originating from other nations, more and more companies, big and small, are open to welcoming English speakers into their teams. While the culture in Munich still makes it easy to immerse oneself into the German language and culture, the city is also very welcoming to its international inhabitants. Of course not everyone can speak English, but it is surprising how many people do. This makes getting around as a non-German speaker that much easier, especially considering that the Bavarian version of German can sometimes feel like a completely different language to what is spoken by the rest of the country. Like every country, different cities attract different personalities and find the right place for you is crucial before making a move. But, with its high quality of life, great job prospects and international culture, Munich certainly has a lot to offer for any Data Analyst looking to move to or within Germany. If you’re considering making a move to Munich, take a look at our latest opportunities, or get in touch and we can discuss what could work best for you.