Welcome, Efrem! Can you start us off by sharing a bit about your educational background?  I am an Electrical Engineer by training. I was excited on the impact of software and its scale....

Have you ever felt like you’re in way over your head in your career? Or maybe read a job description and thought, ‘there’s no way I’m qualified for that’? If so, you may be experiencing imposter...

Hired is a closed, curated marketplace that strives to create the best experience possible for jobseekers and hiring managers alike. In order to achieve this, our machine learning algorithm vets...

Can you start by sharing a bit about your educational background?  After finishing Aerospace Engineering university courses I decided to go into the web development world instead. I am a...

Please share a little bit about your educational background and which educational opportunities made the biggest impact on your tech career. I earned a Bachelors in Electrical Engineering...

Can you share a little bit about your educational background? I earned a traditional degree in Experimental Psychology. I later trained in my late twenties as a Software Engineer through...

In the current tech talent pool, candidates are searching for ways to upskill for that competitive edge. Upskilling is the process of continuous learning and an excellent way to stand out as a...

Here’s a common scenario for jobseekers: You’re in an interview and the recruiter asks, “What are your salary expectations for this role?” You might respond, “Well that depends. What's the range...

When you’re interviewing for a job — and particularly one you really want — it can be tempting to tell your interviewer everything they want to hear. But some seemingly innocent questions can...

Have you ever considered a career change? Perhaps, you’ve daydreamed about making a transition into a field entirely different from what you do now.  The idea is not so far out of reach...

Check out a sneak peek of our recent webinar (now on-demand!) to learn how to feel confident entering the job search in an uncertain market. Based on Hired’s 2022 State of Tech Salaries data...

To ace one of the most feared or misunderstood questions in interviews –  Tell Me About Yourself – keep reading… This common interview question, “tell me about yourself,” isn’t nearly as...

How Hired Helps: Ask Me Anything: Pathrise Jobseekers asked and we answered! Hired teamed up with partner, Pathrise, an online program for tech professionals, to bring jobseekers an AMA-style...

About this eBook If you’ve ever been laid off you know it’s often an emotional time full of uncertainty – but it doesn’t have to be that way! Learn what to do after a layoff and the steps to...

We're so excited to speak with you, Ahmed! Will start by sharing a little bit about your educational background? I have a Bachelor’s degree in Education with a major in Mathematics and a...

Searching for a new job, let alone a 'dream job,' may feel daunting, especially if you have been out of the market for a long time or weren’t expecting to need a new position. In our recently...

Can you share a little bit about your educational background and what opportunities impacted your tech career? I studied Computer Science, which can be seen as the traditional course. I...

Have you ever wondered whether to follow an Individual Contributor (IC) path or an Engineering Manager (EM)? According to the Hired State of Software Engineers report, one-third of engineers...

When thinking about how your tech salary stacks up in this current hiring environment you’d consider factors like your job title, years of experience, and company size.  In this article we...

Despite tech salary increases this year, many employees feel their pay does not reflect increased costs of living. According to Hired’s 2022 State of Tech Salaries report, 42.3% of remote...

Chapter 1 of a series to help jobseekers bounce back better than ever (or to feel better prepared in uncertain times) If you’ve ever been laid off you know it’s often an emotional time full...

Hired & Exponent partner for engineering career advice video series Hired, along with our partner Exponent, recently completed a video series exploring such as what the best programming...

A survey of tech and sales talent revealed there’s some confusion around the acronym DEI, prompting some respondents to ask, “what is DEI?” In this article we’ll explain it as well as explain...

Thanks for joining us, Ricardo! Can you share a little bit about your educational background? I have my Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and I later pursued a Masters degree in...

The First 30 Days are Critical When Starting a New Job Starting a new job is often a mix of emotions: excited, nervous, and frequently, overwhelmed. Regardless of the company and role, the...

You're not your work history Addressing an employment gap on a resume is one of the most common worries keeping job seekers up at night. It’s been drilled into our heads that if you’re not...

Hi Graham! Can you tell us about your educational background? I got a traditional degree in Computer Science several years before the introduction of the first iPhone. I taught myself...

Editor's note: this is Part 3 in our series with our partner, Makers, "Build Confidence and Take Control of your Job Search Series." After a successful interview, a job offer often comes...

Hired & Exponent Partner for Engineering Career Advice Video Series Hired recently completed a video series with our partner Exponent, featuring three of our talented engineers: Nico...

Online Retailer Opens Four New Tech Hubs in Seattle, Austin, Toronto, and the Bay Area In order to continue to recruit the best technical talent from across North America, Wayfair announced...

Editor's note: this is Part 2 in our series with our partner, Makers, "Build Confidence and Take Control of your Job Search Series." Ok, so you completed the job search steps successfully...

The process of finding a job often feels overwhelming. It’s difficult to determine the best avenue to explore when searching for a new position. It’s also too easy to spread yourself thin...

Hi Sabarish - thanks for sharing more about your career path with us! Can you share a little bit about your educational background?  I have a Masters in Information Technology...

Part of a Series: Setting yourself up for success as a remote candidate Editors note: this article was previously posted on LeadDev on behalf of Hired as part of a content series for remote...

Part of a Series: Set Yourself Up for Success as a Remote Jobseeker Editor's note: this article is reposted from one originally contributed to LeadDev.com for Hired... Today's interview...

So, you received an offer — congratulations! Now, you might be wondering, Can I negotiate it? Yes, you definitely can negotiate your job offer! Companies will not retract it if you do. In...

Hi Surya - thank you for sharing your career path as a senior software engineer with us! Can you share a little bit about your educational background? I'm a non-immigrant on a work visa and I...

This article is reposted from one originally contributed to LeadDev.com and authored by Lawrence Barker for Hired... How can you get the job offer you want? And how can you feel confident...

Chapter 4 of our Sales Resume Series providing Sales Manager Resume guidance...  You’ve already proven you can close a deal, meet your quotas, and generate new leads. Now it’s time to...

Chapter 3 of our Sales Resume Series providing Account Executive Resume guidance.  A career as an account executive isn’t for everyone, but you love what you do. You’re a people person,...

From Warcraft 3 to the US Military to the Private Sector, Kyle Mercer is a Full Stack Engineer on a Mission Thanks for contributing to our blog! Can you share a little bit about your...

Chapter 2 of our Sales Resume Series: Sales Development Rep (SDR) Resume guidance. As a sales development representative (SDR), you know all about identifying high quality leads worth...

Ready to Land your Dream Job? Kick off your Job Search with the Right Sales Resume Like many things, resume styles evolve over the years. In Chapter 1 of our sales resume series, we'll focus...

Pro Tips to Get More Interview Requests Are you getting matches with your Hired profile, but wish you received more? Here are five key ways to improve your candidate profile so you’re seen by...

Hired welcomes guest contributor Vyacheslav Nikitan, the Lead DevOps Trainer at NIX United, to share insights for those interested in a career as a DevOps specialist.  Those who decide...

From Finance and Marketing to Product Design, Sandy Zhu is creating a new path Can you share a little bit about your educational background I double majored in finance and marketing from...

Ready to Land your Dream Job? It Starts with the Right Tech Resume Believe it or not - resumes evolve over the years. There are now many variations on the classic style. We'll dive into many...

What led you to pursue a career in sales or customer experience roles? I was always told I had the personality for sales, for better or for worse. While I never pursued the standard sales...

Inspired by the pandemic, Rina transitioned from medical coding to software coding, thanks to General Assembly Courses Which educational opportunities have made the biggest impact on your...

How to ace the number one question in interviews - “Tell Me About Yourself”  Regardless of whether you’re a software engineer, a data scientist, a web developer, or a program manager,...

Transitioning from music to coding, Paula's a born composer - Here's her career journey to engineering We understand you started in a different field or pivoted from a different type of...

After using Hired at a startup to find tech talent, David used Hired again to find his own remote software engineer role at Lattice Congrats on your new role! How did you first hear about...

Congrats to Simon, who found his new remote sales account executive role through Hired! Can you share a little bit about your educational background? What led you to pursue a career in...

Now a Software Engineer 3 in sunny California, Andrew found his remote role at TrueCar through Hired Hi Andrew! We'd love to hear about your background! What has made the biggest impact on...

The Guide to the Future of Work for Tech Talent What You'll Learn What's changed recently in remote workA review of the types of remote work including definitionsWhat to expect in the coming...

Now a Software Engineer in the UK, Razvan Muscalu found his new role through Hired Can you share a little bit about your educational background? In high school, I specialised in maths. At...

Congrats to Eugene, Who Found a Great UK Tech Role at Discovery Inc.! Above, Eugene poses a question to a panel at a Meta (formerly Facebook) office meetup. We’re excited to spotlight Eugene...

Hired spotlight on Chief Technology Officer Dave Walters Tell us about your career journey I graduated from SUNY Stony Brook with a BS in Mathematics. In my final year of studies, I started to...

You passed your phone screen with flying colors. Next up? The (often-dreaded) video interview. How do you develop a rapport with the recruiter or hiring manager through a screen? We'll cover 12 tips...

Searching for a new job can be a stressful, anxiety-inducing process for anyone. If you’re one of the 61 million U.S. adults (26% of the population) who lives with a disability, a job search can be...

In recent years, organizations across all industries have made strides when it comes to building diverse and inclusive teams. In fact, companies are increasingly hiring and promoting employees from...

Have you ever felt like you’re in way over your head in your career? Or maybe read a job description and thought, ‘there’s no way I’m qualified for that’? If so, you may be experiencing imposter...

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