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I have over 30 years IT experience and in my mid-40s. I'm a US citizen living in Japan and considering a move to Denmark. I'm wondering how difficult it would be to find a job as an IT (cloud) Architect or software engineer while being an obvious transgender person. (I don't think I pass as a woman by a British mile.)


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The original was posted on /r/denmark by /u/LoreZyra at 2024-02-12 11:00:49+00:00.

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brokenarabesque at 2024-02-12 13:23:16+00:00 ID: kq2u184


This is exactly what we don't like in Denmark. Leave the wokeness and persecution complex behind! Denmark has excellent equality and it is OK to be transgender here. But we do not like people that claim to be persecuted all the time!

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kagekageaarhus at 2024-02-12 12:14:20+00:00 ID: kq38fsn


As apparent from the thinly veiled intolerant comments, transphobia is definitely a thing. But as others are saying the major cities have less intolerance and there are more of “the out and proud” people and people who support them. No need to hide anything or tone down your personality if you find the right place. Many (if not most) major companies support lgbt rights and are not afraid to show it.

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LoreZyra (OP) at 2024-02-12 15:25:27+00:00 ID: kq3b73h


You’re referring to the “don’t complain” and “don’t cause drama” comments?

They are basically saying: be quiet and stay out of mind so they don’t have to think about you… right?

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Itsamesolairo at 2024-02-12 16:29:35+00:00 ID: kq3lps9


Correct. It’s not trans-specific, FWIW - basically every visible minority will occasionally run into this “you’re OK to exist but please don’t remind us of it” vibe in Denmark.

I’m loath to call it homophobia or racism tbh, it’s more like an extremely toxic manifestation of “Janteloven”.

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Dovelark at 2024-02-12 17:58:34+00:00 ID: kq416ys


These people always talk about how "equal" everyone is and how "progressive" we are in Denmark, while having zero perspective on how difficult it is for trans people to live here. It's frustrating.

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OleBentsBallonCirkus at 2024-02-12 12:22:10+00:00 ID: kq3ehyy


Easy. If you're skilled we don't really care about your private life. To each his own. 

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tac0_builder at 2024-02-12 16:23:26+00:00 ID: kq3paix


There is a huge lack of IT Architects in DK right now, I think and hope that no one will care that you are trans

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millenium_dude at 2024-02-12 15:46:14+00:00 ID: kq3knog


Being a transperson in Denmark is likely to give you an advantage. Many workplaces are dedicated to diversity, and that might give you an edge.

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Maagge at 2024-02-12 17:44:34+00:00 ID: kq3zfqd


I work in IT and know of several trans colleagues. If there are jobs you fancy, I would apply. And then be more concerned about how to get a visa. Best of luck.

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redditSwingking at 2024-02-12 16:50:23+00:00 ID: kq42558


You won’t have a chance. Forget about it.

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Former_Direction8413 at 2024-02-12 12:14:20+00:00 ID: kq3ypzr


Please come and enrich us. We nedd more like you.

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