Are there good job opportunities in Australia for software engineers?
The answer is definitely "yes" - and it is getting better every year. However, there are some things to be aware of.You need to distinguish between "software engineer" and "analyst-programmer". The former understand some areas of CS, the other understands business and one of the "dominant stacks". One's challenge is in making something that haven't been done before happen. The other's challenges are complex and not necessarily logical products, and filling the gap in often ineffective Business Analysis. There are several software houses in Australia, say Atlassian, and some top companies have development teams in Australia. I also know a few really exceptional Software Engineers who work for US companies while living in Australia.Plus there are several sites which have software engineering-ish IT culture, which believe in writing own software and keep abreast of recent developments. Sites like that can offer more money with less stress to a competent engineer. There are several service providers servicing clients like that, that sport evem more software engineering-type culture.And of course while we have nowhere near the startup culture of US or Israel, you cannot stop people from dreaming, so interesting organisations do pop out now and then. All of the above presumes your use of words "software engineer" is not accidental - been A2Aed by Miguel Paraz make you suggest that. If however by "software engineer" you mean "Java/C# Developer", then jobs are aplenty, expecially of you have some Microsoft/Oracle/IBM/SAP stack exposure. and they pay more than anywhere else outside of Persian Gulf.
USA vs Canada vs Australia vs UK?
If you are in a position to be able to get an immigrant visa to the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom at your choosing, you must be on top of your game. Being in such a position, you don't have to worry about a lot of things common folks have to worry about. You'll be making at least $250K (in US money) and can afford to live in a nice neighborhood where there's no crime, good schools, and as much social activity as you desire. As so often, you get what you pay for, and the US is the country of extremes. We have poverty here and excessive wealth. Bitter cold and beautiful weather year round. Horrible schools and world class schools. Given the choice, I'd move to a nice area in the United States. I have perfect weather year round, the beach and the Pacific Ocean in sight, zero crime, beautiful nature with Lake Casitas only 15 minutes away, and I can't think of a better place to work and to live anywhere in the world. If you are a tech guru, you may have to live in Northern California's Bay area though, which is also a wonderful place. Canada is totally out of the race, because it's so cold there most of the year that you'd be living for your vacations down south. Australia is very nice as well, but much less crowded, so not as much social life happening. The UK has 330 days of rain per year, a total deal breaker. If you don't think weather matters, you haven't lived in a country where you wonder of you should poke one of your eyes out with a fork or just step in front of an approaching train. The UK is such a country. Based on your post alone, you do not qualify for an immigrant visa to the US, nor does your wife. You may be able to qualify for an work visa, the H1-B, but that's a non-immigrant visa. For an immigrant visa, you'll need a PhD and international recognition in your field of expertise.
Is it easy/hard for international students to get a job in Dublin, Ireland?
As in any job market, your ability to find a job would depend on your degree, work experience and additional skills you can offer your prospective employer. If you present yourself well and have more than the rest of the candidates, you will get the position. If you need a work permit, it's very difficult to get it because the rules are very strict, but if you don't, then nothing is stopping you from getting in. Competition is normally fair. A word of warning, however - Ireland is a very "interesting" place and while all the right noises are made about equal opportunities and rights, it is unlikely you are ever going to feel at home if you are in any way different from an average Irish person. It is all very subtle, but chances are you're going to work [much] longer hours for [a lot] lower salary and get no support if you ever need it. This is based on my experience of working in the local financial services industry. I have also spoken to a number of expats working in Dublin who appear to have had similar experiences.If you allow a suggestion, London and the UK in general has a more vibrant and tolerant society. Again, from personal experience, the people are a lot easier to get in contact with, they are a lot more open and friendly. Finding a job in the UK is also likely to be easier simply because the market is larger.
What are the opportunities of jobs for Electrical engineers in Australia 2016 to 2020?
Well EE is an evergreen field and will never face shortage in terms of job acquisition.There are many infrastructure project in place , right now in Australia and the demand of EE are always on the rise , provided you have the necessary qualifications , that satisfies the Engineering Australia’s standard.For foreigners , it is a must to have atleast 4–10 years experience to get better paying job!.