There have been a number of news stories about AI developers recently. While some developers are concerned that the technology may soon take over their jobs, these claims are likely just attempts at grabbing attention. AI may not remove the need for developers - it will likely just create the need for AI developers. The future of software development will likely still involve humans - the exaggerated claims made by startups today are just marketing.
Wednesday, March 20, 2024The web developer job market is in a rough condition and likely to worsen. Mass layoffs are happening despite a supposed AI boom. If the bubble bursts, the job market will further decline. The stock market has been rewarding layoffs and activist investors want to lower developer pay. LLMs enable faster development with fewer developers, if you don't care about software quality.
Google has laid off at least 200 employees from its Core teams. The reorganization will involve moving some roles to India and Mexico. The Core unit is responsible for building the technical foundation behind Google's flagship products and for protecting users' online safety. The Core layoffs also include the governance and protected data group, which will be at the center of regulatory challenges facing the company. Affected employees have access to outplacement services and will be able to apply for open roles within Google.
Tesla has cut Summer internships, leaving those impacted in a tough position as it may be difficult to find something comparable.
Gen Z is reversing a decades-long decline in teen employment. The labor force participation rate for 16-19-year-olds rose to 38% in April 2024. Factors driving this trend include rising wages for younger workers and the need for teens to support their families amid inflation. The long-term decline in teens working for pay lines up with several other trends (ie. delayed driving and dating), indicating that today's kids are growing up slower than kids of previous generations.
Hiring well requires running effective interviews. Interview systems should be reliable, valid, and contain minimal noise. This article discusses how to interview candidates for machine learning and AI roles. It covers what technical and non-technical qualities to assess and how to calibrate phone screens, run the interview loop, and debrief. It also provides tips for interviews and hiring managers and looks at what traits make for a good hire.
Ghost jobs are job postings that companies don't intend to fill. Companies post ghost jobs for various reasons like wanting to hire eventually, maintaining a talent pool, or creating a false impression of company growth. To avoid ghost jobs, job seekers should be wary of vague job descriptions, old listings, and companies with little online presence.
Stack Overflow's most recent annual Developer Survey showed that a majority of developers hate their jobs. Reasons for the dissatisfaction include failed expectations, technical debt, hustle culture, bureaucracy, and uncertainty and fear when it comes to career prospects. While most developers are in favor of using AI tools, many don't consider the tools reliable. 70% of professional programmers don't see AI as a threat to their work - many are instead worried about the spread of misinformation and misguided tasks.
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The tech job market has changed a lot, with constant layoffs and hiring freezes. The surge in hiring during the pandemic has reversed, leading to a decrease in demand for software developers and a struggle for entry-level positions. While companies are focusing on AI development, leading to high demand for specialists in that field, the overall job market for tech workers is much more competitive than before.