Look Outside of Big Tech for Your Next Tech Job

In this week’s newsletter:

• 👀 Industries outside of Big Tech are looking for tech workers

• 🏢 Which industries and companies should I tap into?

• 📰 Notable headlines this week

GM, esteemed subscribers! Apologies for the absence of our beloved newsletter last week- yours truly gallivanted on a well-deserved vacation, but let’s dive in!

👀 Industries outside of Big Tech are looking for tech workers

Surprise! The U.S. Government and other sectors are becoming a tech talent magnet! 🏛️💻 In the past, Big Tech like Meta, Amazon, and Google were the go-to for tech whizzes. But, with hiring slowing, other industries like government, non-profit, finance, manufacturing, healthcare, and education are seizing the moment. 🌟

For instance, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs was leading the charge with 1,000+ open tech roles. Their challenge? Modernize things like benefits software and medical appointments scheduling. 💡

So, what's this mean for you? New, unexpected, and fulfilling career opportunities are on the horizon. Keep an open mind, polish those CVs, and remember: the tech world is ready for your innovation. 🌈🚀🌟

🏢 Which industries and companies should I tap into?

❤️ Non-profit: Non-profit organizations are also hiring tech workers. Many non-profit organizations are investing in technology to improve their fundraising, outreach, and impact.

1. DoSomething - focused on motivating young people to take action on social issues

2. Habitat for Humanity - builds and repairs homes for those in need

3. Doctors Without Borders - provides humanitarian medical care and known for its projects in conflict zones and in countries affected by endemic diseases.

🏛️ Government: The government is also hiring tech workers. Many government agencies are investing in technology to improve their operations and services to citizens.

1. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - independent agency of the U.S. federal government responsible for the civil space program, aeronautics research, and space research.

2. United States Department of Defense - coordinates and supervises all agencies and functions of the U.S. government directly related to national security and the United States Armed Forces.

💰 Finance: The finance industry is one of the fastest-growing industries for tech professionals. Many financial institutions are investing in technology to improve their operations and customer experiences.

1. Wells Fargo - a multinational financial services company

2. Capital One - a bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings accounts

3. JPMorgan Chase & Co - an American multinational financial services firm

🏭 Manufacturing: The manufacturing industry is another fast-growing industry for tech professionals. Many manufacturing companies are investing in automation and other technologies to improve their efficiency and competitiveness.

1. GE Aerospace - GE Aerospace is among the top aircraft engine suppliers, and offers engines for the majority of commercial aircraft.

2. Honeywell - produces a variety of commercial and consumer products, engineering services, and aerospace systems

3. Boeing - designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, telecommunications equipment, and missiles worldwide.

🏥 Healthcare: The healthcare industry is also a fast-growing industry for tech professionals. Many healthcare organizations are investing in technology to improve patient care and outcomes.

1. Novartis - leading global medicines company that uses innovative science and digital technologies to create transformative treatments in areas of great medical need.

2. Stryker - Stryker is one of the world's leading medical technology companies

3. Integra - Dedicated to bringing life-saving medical technologies to surgeons and patients around the world.

🎓 Education: The education industry is another industry that is hiring tech workers. Many educational institutions are investing in technology to improve their teaching and learning experiences.

1. Securly - Named #519 on Inc 5000’s list of fastest-growing companies in the world, Securly is a world-renowned innovator in student safety solutions.

2. Preply - Preply is a global language learning marketplace, connecting 50,000+ tutors with millions of learners from all over the world. Since the company launched in 2012, students have signed up to more than 15 million lessons.

3. Coursera - Start, switch, or advance your career with more than 5,800 courses, Professional Certificates, and degrees from world-class universities and companies.

Overall, the demand for tech workers at non-tech companies has reportedly outstripped demand at tech firms. Software engineers, data scientists, and cybersecurity analysts are among the top requested roles within these other industries.

📈 Notable Headlines:

• Layoffs sweeping the US: Sonos, Grubhub, Spotify, JPMorgan, LinkedIn - Business Insider

• Pay transparency rules are solving age-old workplace problems–but the gap in employee experience should alarm us - Glassdoor Economic Research

• U.S. workforce data is behind the times. It’s time to measure what matters most to the American people - Fortune

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