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Tech Job Market Update: Tough Times for White-Collar Roles Even seasoned pros are struggling. After 13 years at eBay, a candidate applied to 135 jobs—only two callbacks, zero offers. What’s happening? Tech hiring is down 25-32% in IT, engineering, QA, and more. Overhiring, AI efficiency, and record job applications are slowing hiring timelines (now 66 days on avg). Job seekers face fierce competition—standing out has never been harder. How are you navigating this market? Let’s share strategies below! 👇 #JobSearch #TechCareers
That market is just awful, especially for those in IT who worked almost 30 years and are over 50 years old, not aiming at any "manager" positions ( just coding). I can send 20 - 50 applications per day - and never any response, only "Thank you for applying, but we decided to move forward with other candidate". So I feel helpless, all my applications just go to trash bins
Ask your ex-manager(s) and colleagues to pass your CV directly to people who are hiring in their org. Many, or maybe most, jobs are not even advertised publicly as they are filled internally, often from recommandations from existing employees.
Interesting…. And I agree based on my own experience. Besides taking courses and upgrading your skills, earning new credentials and certifications, revamping your resume and LinkedIn profile, I’m also curious to hear what others are doing to improve their chances at securing their next role.
AI in fact did not change much yet because it is still not good enough. Remaining people just have to work more: for yourself and fired colleague, as I can see.
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1wI couldn’t agree more—my experience has been much the same. It’s pretty bleak out there right now, and I can’t say I’ve ever seen a job market quite like this. Normally, I’d have one or two recruiters reach out every couple of weeks with opportunities. Lately, it’s been radio silence. My advice? Keep updating your résumé and LinkedIn profile, submit applications, and don’t hesitate to reach out directly to hiring managers and companies. Ask recruiters to keep you on their radar, and use this time to upskill with courses or certifications. Dive into areas you’re passionate about—whether it’s AI, agile, crypto, automation, or e-commerce. For me, it’s been a mix of those, alongside working with a career coach to refine my strategy. Wishing everyone out there looking for work the very best! Keep in mind that many companies won’t hire right before the holidays, but the new year should bring new opportunities. In the meantime, enjoy the season with family and friends and focus on what truly matters.