Job Hunting in Tech

Hi Guys,

I have 3 offers, one from BDO Rise at 38L Fixed + 5.23L Variable pay (senior manager), then one from Pearson India at 54 L ( 47 Fixed + 7L Variable Pay) , and one from Ferguson (ANSR GCC) at 52 L ( 45.5 F… more

I had an offer that was rescinded due to job overlapping on my resume. With the new ATS tool used for background checks, it detects EVERYTHING about your work history so there aren't ways around i… more

When I see the total comp for tech roles, I always think maybe I should try it out because the company usually offers the lower end of that comp range. How common do you think it is in tech jobs to su… more

Students in America should not have to pay back student loans if they cannot find a job in their fields of study.

My tech experience has given me a different perspective on employment and career growth. After experiencing jobs with limited opportunities, I have come to appreciate the stability, learning opportuni… more

Hello i made it past the initial interview with boeing HR and he said I would move forward with the second interview. I was wondering if anyone could share there experience and if there's a coding… more

For those who have survived a layoff, how do you manage the sudden drop in morale at the office? Right now, it just feels like being handed twice the workload for the exact same pay. The atmosphere in… more

I am looking to start in the tech field around Dallas TX. What is a good company and position to start in?

Just realized it's been 10 years in my career — what a ride. Real growth, but constant pressure too: supporting my parents, saving for my wedding, and now mortgage payments on top of it all. Life&… more

I know a lot of people here apply for jobs while still employed. Has it ever been awkward for you to interview at a new company while in that process? I feel awkward making excuses for personal time off or … more

How do you decide whether to apply for a role you are slightly underqualified for versus waiting until you meet more of the requirements?

Something I learned while navigating the job market is that career transitions can happen faster than expected. That is why I avoid using work emails for personal accounts and keep important documents… more

I've been working in sales for a little over 10 years and now many a sales team in one of the most successful health clubs in Europe. My sales background is all B2C and looking to make the change … more

🚀 Excited to continue my software engineering journey! I'm a Junior Front-End Developer building responsive web applications with JavaScript, React, HTML, and CSS while expanding my skills in TypeScript. I&#… more

How fast after starting a new role is it acceptable to restart the job search? Do I need to stick it out for at least six months to avoid ruining my resume?

When did the tech industry decide that introversion is a personality flaw that makes you unhireable? I’m here to build stable cloud architecture, not be the life of the party at the corporate happy ho… more

Have any of you seen a legitimate increase in high-quality interviews with the Open to Work banner? Seems like all I get now is commission-only sales gigs and contract agencies.

As a switch up to one of my previous posts, are there any benefits you'd be willing to take a paycut for such as more flexible hours, reduced hours, or more vacation time etc? Personally I would b… more

If you had to give advice to someone who is starting to feel burned out and discouraged during a long tech job search, what would you say to keep them going without giving unrealistic expectations or … more

AI discussions seem to come up in almost every conversation I have about tech careers and job hunting. Sometimes I catch myself wondering how much today's roles will change if automation continues… more

PMs are ruining the company. They have no thought nor understanding for their products. Every week waiting for the boss to tell them what to do and then rushing to meet the timeline. No long-term plan… more

Is anyone else currently applying to tech jobs and feeling like their applications are just disappearing into a black hole with no responses at all? I keep wondering if it is my resume, the market, or… more

What's the maximum commute length you prefer while looking for a new job? I prefer between 25-30 minutes, and maybe 40 minutes each way if the salary is good enough. I wonder if it’s worth keeping… more

I have my first ever interview tomorrow, I originally applied for a much lesser role at electronic arts. Just a associate quality designer. However, they have gotten back to me and have set up an inte… more

How do you save an interview when the technical interviewer clearly dislikes you from the start? I feel like an interview should be a collaboration to see how I think, not a trivia night designed to p… more

A resume can tell you a lot about someone's experience, but it rarely explains why they are applying for a particular role. I have seen experienced professionals pursue positions that appeared bel… more

Is LMIA still really worth it in canada, with the current immigration condition in canada?

Is anyone else seeing AI driven performance metrics becoming a bigger factor in tech workplaces? I recently came across a situation where developer activity, bug counts, code output, and AI usage were… more

Anyone else resorted to playing the lottery?

7 months into the job search I am getting a sense that I have a better chance picking the right numbers.

This was a first.

Thank you for your interest in the position and for applying. We are writing to update you on your application status. We were not awarded the contract for this position, and as a res… more

Any advice on how to locate a part time project management position.

I am not longer interested in full time work.

Is this even possible?

Thank you.

Can anyone tell me what it means when a job I applied for on Glassdoor says “Application Closed”?

I haven’t heard anything from the companies, and there isn’t any contact information listed so I can follow up. I’m not sure if… more

I have 5 years of experience at a Dealer Management Software company specializing in FTP/FTPS setup, API integrations, secure data transfers, and technical troubleshooting. I’m ready to grow into a mo… more

How do you handle the anxiety of holding your ground on salary? I gave my number today, and the recruiter just stopped talking, let out a slow sigh, and started typing furiously on her keyboard before… more

Idk how to stay motivated when I’m doing everything consistently like applying, improving skills, and networking but still not seeing visible progress. How do you mentally stay in the game?

Can AI really compensate for missing skills during a tech job search? I have used AI for learning, preparation, and productivity, but it has never replaced the core competencies employers are actually… more

Hi there fellow hunters!

I don't know about you, but the many directions to go in upskilling has me feeling like I'm in tutorial limbo. Anyone who works with Scrum Masters or IT Project Managers: what is a skill, tec… more

I’m exploring Senior Full Stack Engineer roles focused on TypeScript, Node.js, React/Next.js, AWS, and AI/LLM integrations. I have 10+ years of experience and 6+ years working remotely with internatio… more