Despite layoffs dominating the headlines in 2023, a career in tech is still a safe bet for recent grads as STEM workers continue to be in huge demand.
With so many tech companies struggling to fill tech roles because they can’t access the right kind of talent, this new network aims to address this skills gap by targeting tech talent across 50 tech websites and highlighting the latest roles that are currently hiring.
A Surplus of Tech Jobs: The Statistics
In a recent analysis, the World Population Review unveiled its 2024 rankings for the best cities for tech jobs, spotlighting locales such as Austin, TX; Raleigh, NC; San Jose, CA; Seattle, WA; and San Francisco, CA as leading destinations.
These cities are recognized for their burgeoning tech sectors, offering more job opportunities in technology than the available local workforce can fill.
Then there’s the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Its coverage of a comprehensive study reveals Atlanta as a burgeoning tech talent hub in its own right, distinguishing itself among the top contenders in the U.S. and Canada.
Despite the city’s significant tech employment surge and the influx of investment into local tech firms, Atlanta grapples with a notable challenge: retaining its tech graduates. The city has generated more tech graduates than available positions between 2015 and 2020, hinting at a talent migration to other tech-centric cities.
This scenario underscores a broader trend across certain U.S. cities, where the demand for skilled tech professionals outstrips the local supply. This disparity not only highlights the vibrancy of the tech industry in these areas but also signals to tech professionals nationwide about where their skills might be in high demand.
Future Prospects: Who Benefits?
As recent graduates navigate the terrain of their future career paths, not every tech company or position stands on the same ground.
Critical factors such as job location, work flexibility, and employee benefits hold equal, if not more, importance as the job title and salary in the quest for the ideal role.
Indeed’s findings highlight a noteworthy trend: remote roles offering location flexibility see a surge in applicants by 20%.
Silicon Valley’s long-standing reputation as the tech epicenter is facing competition as cities across the United States emerge as attractive alternatives for the burgeoning tech workforce.
WalletHub‘s latest analysis spotlights Austin, Texas, as the premier destination for tech professionals, with Seattle, Washington; Atlanta, Georgia; Boston, Massachusetts; and Sacramento, California, completing the top five rankings, showcasing a diversifying landscape of tech hubs poised to nurture the next tech generation. Or take Indeed’s recently launched Tech Network as the perfect example of this.
Information Technology as a Part of the Whole
In Austin, STEM jobs account for 11.5% of all employment, and 13% of Indeed job postings are in the tech sector. Additionally, workers in Austin can expect higher salaries (median of $101,000 per year) and zero personal income tax.
Similarly, Seattle residents benefit from no income tax and STEM positions comprise 13% of all jobs. The city also ranks number one nationally for singles thanks to its top attractions, restaurants, and a plethora of outdoor activities.
Atlanta also earned the reputation of a city that is great for recreation and dating. It also has its fair share of STEM jobs; tech employees expect a yearly median wage of $105,000. And that’s not counting other top benefits.
Professional Jobs in Tech
So if you’re ready to refresh and refocus your job hunt and find your next role in tech, the GradCafe Job Board is the perfect place to start your search. It features thousands of tech internships and entry-level opportunities, including the three below.
Software Engineer Intern, Roku, Austin
Streaming platform Roku is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to join its team. From your first day at Roku, you’ll make a valuable and valued contribution and during this internship, you will get the opportunity to work across test engineering, automated QA, and embedding.
Applicants should be currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program and in the process of obtaining a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science or a related field. You will also need non-academic coding experience (i.e. hack-a-thons, code challenges, personal projects, GitHub, Open Source, volunteer coding experience, conference participation, previous internships, etc.) and experience in software development principles and a variety of programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++, JavaScript). See the full job description here.
Cyber Sales Engineer, Honeywell, Atlanta
Do you have two to three years of experience in cybersecurity and cloud products? Honeywell is recruiting a Cyber Sales Engineer to join its team. This junior role will see you partner with account executives in business development teams along with service and operations personnel to provide expertise and technical support in the selling of specific cyber products.
You will also be tasked with addressing risk within operational technology environments and articulating the value of cybersecurity monitoring solutions. Applicants should also have a Bachelor’s degree in a business or engineering-related discipline. Want to know more? You can find additional details here.
Project Engineer, Bi-Con Engineering, Cambridge
In this entry-level Project Engineer role you will assist lead mechanical, civil and electrical engineers as required to produce drawings and deliverables on a variety of projects for natural gas, hydrocarbon, and industrial facilities.
You will also assist in the technical implementation of assigned projects and coordinate with other managers, engineers, designers and drafters in completing project assignments. Applicants should have a two to four year engineering degree along with a minimum of one years’ work experience. Interested? Apply here.
Accelerate your tech job hunt today via the GradCafe Job Board
On AdTech and HealthTech
In the rapidly evolving landscapes of adtech and healthtech, innovation and ethical considerations take center stage.
The adtech sector, leveraging data analytics and digital technologies, transforms how businesses target and engage with their audience. It aims for personalization at scale while navigating the complexities of privacy regulations. (Especially with the sunsetting of third-party cookies).
Similarly, healthtech stands at the forefront of revolutionizing patient care, employing cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance diagnostics, treatment personalization, and remote patient monitoring.
Both sectors raise important discussions on the balance between technological advancement and ethical considerations, particularly around data privacy and security.
As these industries continue to grow, the potential for transformative impact on society and the economy is immense, highlighting the need for ongoing research, innovation, and dialogue to harness these technologies responsibly.
References
- World Population Review. (2024). Best Cities for Tech Jobs 2024. Retrieved from https://worldpopulationreview.com/us-city-rankings/best-cities-for-tech-jobs
- Peters, A. (2021, July 19). Tech talent: Atlanta improves but regional rivals close behind. Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved from https://www.ajc.com
- WalletHub. (n.d.). 2024’s Best & Worst Metro Areas for STEM Professionals. Retrieved from https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-metro-areas-for-stem-professionals/9200
Aoibhinn is a content writer for Jobbio. A lifestyle journalist and editor for over 10 years, Aoibhinn has written for titles in Dublin,
London, New York and Dubai.
