Who is better a testing engineer or software developer ?

Question

I love to code and want to work as a software developer but I got an offer for a Jr. testing Engineer post.
so tell me what should I do?

Answer 1

Though decision. See if the testing position requires automation testing. If so you will still write code and it may be win-win situation.

Answer 2

yes and I won.
I'm working as an automation engineer.