Strong technology makes jobs desirable
Tim YandelThe news is constantly reminding us how the U.S. economy is in a state of recovery. So this seems to be an employer's market, right? Wrong. That's the attitude that's getting most hiring managers into trouble in the technology job market. The attitude that you could throw a quarter out a window and find someone qualified for whatever position you're hiring for still seems to be the attitude that most hiring managers have when they open the position but soon realize it's quite the opposite as time progresses.
So why is it so hard to find a software developer?
The answer is simple: because everyone wants them.
Take five minutes to scan the room at a local tech networking event and you'll certainly see name tags that read, "I'm Hiring Devs." Call any startup founder and you'll hear the same. There's no doubt, if you're a software developer in a major city the demand flows the other way, and you're the one throwing the quarters and hitting hiring managers on the head.
Talk to someone who's trying to hire a software developer, and you'll see them pulling their hair out. They're understaffed, and don't know why they're not getting qualified resumes; and when they do get good resumes, they have have to move at the speed of light and be mindful of their offer otherwise they will get outbid.
What Recession?
In the insulated world of the developer, there is no more recession in the job market. Developers are starting to peek out into the unknown wondering what's next and what skills can they learn to be worth more?
It's a fair question, whether they are looking for a job or not. Today's software developer only stays relevant by constantly sharpening his or her skills on the most cutting edge technology out there. What's "hot" to you doesn't necessarily mean it's "hot" on the market.
As a hiring manager, you might want to ask yourself the same exact question: "What my job worth to a Software Developer?" I'm not just talking about money but your technology environment. Is your technology rich enough to attract the "rock star" developer in the first place? Or do you find yourself having to constantly go above your salary cap in order to land your guy because they're not jazzed on your technology stack?
The best developers ask tough questions
When a software developer interviews with you and looks at your technology stack, they ask themselves:
- "Will it sharpen my skills?"
- "Will it keep me challenged?"
- "Will it keep me competitive and relevant?"
Software Developers are hearing the market is getting better and they're getting ready to take on the big bad job market. If you're a hiring manager right now, you need to figure out your own sales pitch - even if you have the best technology stack, you might not even know it. So, what are the hottest technologies out there? If I need a developer with these skills - what are they worth?
The easiest advice I have to give is to interview as many relevant developers as possible and keep an open mind to interview candidates whose salaries are above or below what you originally had bracketed.
Start shaking some hands!
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