I've found that once I proved myself as a programmer, I've become a highly sought after engineer due to my extremely high ceiling - my education is heavy in mat

I've found that once I proved myself as a programmer, I've become a highly sought after engineer due to my extremely high ceiling - my education is heavy in math & physics (math & physics undergrad, math grad education). It does take some self-investment, but you have a flexibility not afforded by most disciplines - math & physics best prepares you more generally if you apply the lessons. I feel confident innovating/performing in many other aspects as well, but I chose software engineering & the developer crunch chose me.