Thinking Elixir Podcast 243: Elixir Jobs: Seniors Only Need Apply?
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Mar 4, 2025 Kimberly Erni, an Elixir developer with extensive experience in the job market, shares vital insights for job seekers. She discusses the evolving tech landscape, emphasizing the challenges for junior and mid-level developers amidst economic shifts. Kimberly offers practical networking and resume strategies while highlighting the importance of hiring junior talent for fostering growth. The conversation also touches on the integration of AI in development, making this an essential listen for anyone navigating today's job market.
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Networking's Impact
- Kimberly Ernie got an interview because of networking, although 5,000 others applied.
- Even getting an interview is challenging, highlighting networking's importance.
Job Market Challenges
- Increased interest rates affect VC funding, leading to layoffs and increased job competition.
- Remote work preferences and AI's rise further complicate the Elixir job market.
LLM Bias
- LLMs are trained on existing code, mostly popular languages like Python and JavaScript.
- This bias reinforces the popularity of these languages, regardless of their actual suitability.