Ask A Recruiter - Tech

I once went through four interview rounds, only to be told the role was put on hold. 😭
Question for my recruiter friends: how can we stay motivated during long interview processes and situations like … more

I’ve noticed how differently interviews feel when the interviewer has actually read my resume. The questions go deeper and the conversation flows better. It’s a small thing that makes a big difference… more

Do job postings fill roles or projects in your opinion? Sometimes I feel like some positions are limited in scope in a way that makes it already losing before it starts. How do you tell if that job is… more

This past week I had meetings with my manager and HR partner. We spoke about a stretch role in the next year or 2 for me. How much stock should I put into that? It was nothing written but more casual … more

If I always make it past round 2 or 3, but never make it to the final round, what could be the problem? First of all, how many rounds are there anyway? By round 3, I always assume I almost made it, bu… more

So, I got rejected by a company I really wanted to work for. Interesting thing is that I actually passed the hiring assessment from which I understand not everyone passes. I found out they were not mo… more

question: Have you ever taken a role just to get out of a bad one? I've learned not every job move is about chasing a dream—sometimes it's just escape. How did that decision pan out for you?

Does a longer resume entice you or make you not want to go over every bullet point? I'm starting to feel like I need to condense my resume to one page, but I truly have worked at so many different… more

Why is it that recruiters always try to get you to settle for a number lower than the range posted? I don't bring up salary in conversation, even after 2 rounds, because I go in with the faith tha… more

My team is hiring and I’m the only female on the team and it’s really hard, is there a way I could ask the hiring manager to interview more women?

Are managerial roles in tech vanishing? I see a lot of postings out there but not one is getting back, even with a rejection email. It makes me think these are all fake jobs. In general, what is the d… more

Do you think it is difficult to understand how serious someone is about a job? A wise candidate might be "picky" or cautious, would you interpret that as a lack of commitment? I think showin… more

What is your interview approach for finding the right candidate?
How many interview rounds do you usually run, what do you focus on in each and how do you make the final decision?

Do recruiters prefer a specific platform for candidates? Is LinkedIn the place to go for jobs?

JOB SEEKERS:
Reaching out to an internal recruiter on LinkedIn with a resume and saying “let me know if I’m a fit for anything you are working on” is a terrible strategy. Instead, reach out about a sp… more

I've joined a early adopter team that is responsible of making AI scalable, safe and cost-effective in our company, how valuable do you think a successful project will be in this field in a year? … more

I’ve had interviews where I felt heard and others where I felt rushed. That feeling usually predicted the job experience. Do you trust your gut during interviews?

Anyone else feel weirdly nostalgic for their last job after quitting it?!
I know I left for a good reason....better pay, clearer growth. But sometimes I miss the random Slack banter and knowing how to … more

If you could go back 20 years (or more/less) to college. What would you study and why? Would you keep the same career path?

Is there a “best” time of year to apply for jobs? I feel like people were on vacation and now that the new year is here people should be back to work, but I feel like I get a lot of out of office when… more

I’ve optimized my resume. I’ve networked. I’ve followed up. And some days I still feel like I’m yelling into the void. What keeps you going?

What’s an appropriate way to ask if the job is actually a 40 hour work week? I have a small family and I just want to make sure that I prepare for a new role. But I feel like that question always come… more

What's the final factor that makes you choose a candidate for the role? I make it to rounds 2 and 3, but then fall off the wagon for no reason that I can put a finger to. Is it the flexibility wit… more

Monday AM thought, Im realizing more and more. Sometimes it’s the smallest thing—like following up after I didn’t get the role. Or just being transparent. What’s something a recruiter did that actuall… more

We all want to believe the best about a new job. But sometimes that one weird moment during the interview turns out to be... a preview. Curious what others missed.

Just curious over here, but what is the number one job in the tech field that you feel like the demand has plummeted over the last year or two? And did the job lose demand because of an AI takeover or… more

Serious question: What’s a job that still feels deeply human, unautomatable, or just oddly future-proof to you? I’m not looking for comfort, just perspective.

I’ve been working with the recruiters to hire for a new position on my team. We have found some great candidates that I wanted to hire. Unfortunately, my VP keeps rejecting the people without reason. … more

When interviewing do you prefer good benefits or a high salary? Lately, I'd prefer benefits over pay. What do you see as a trend today?

I’ve learned that job searching is as much emotional as it is strategic. Confidence fluctuates more than resumes change. What’s the hardest part of the process for you?

Hey recruiters! What some are good questions to ask about culture that will give you good insight?

What is the best career path to grow out of senior tech positions and is it transferrable? I wonder if I should switch my current path, as I see it being too distant from business needs and it is diff… more

Do you feel like there are golden handcuffs in tech? I see this in consulting and some parts of big law. Someone told me they thought tech was the biggest golden handcuffs. Not sure if I agree. Though… more

I’ve noticed contractors often get evaluated on outcomes while full time employees get evaluated on politics. It’s an interesting dynamic. Have you noticed this difference too?

Quick question for tech recruiters here — what’s the fastest way a candidate gets ruled out before an interview even happens? Is it the resume, LinkedIn, gaps, or how they communicate? And on the flip… more

How can I improve my portfolio? I’m an amateur graphic designer. Right now I am an PM but want to make a career shift. What’s the best way to share portfolio? Website? PDF?

Can recruiters tell when I send my resume thru
Chat gpt?

Do ATS cross reference what is written in the resume with what can be found on the public internet automatically? I don't put many details on my public LinkedIn for example but I go in detail in m… more

I once stayed in a role longer than I should have because it felt safe. Growth often starts with discomfort. How do you know when it’s time to move on?

Ever had that moment where you were sure you blew it—and somehow, it worked out? Or the reverse? I’d love to hear some good (or terrible) recruiter plot twists. Trying to remind myself this stuff isn’… more