Josh Freeman

📉 The contracting market in software development is evolving, and it's a shift that both contractors and employers need to navigate wisely. In today’s candidate-heavy market, we’re seeing: ✔️ Contracting roles becoming harder to secure. ✔️ Contractors adjusting daily rates compared to a couple of years ago. ✔️ A growing need for flexibility from both candidates and companies. To help you stay informed, Frazer Tremble has put together a quick Guide to Contracting Rates in Software Development (see the image below). It reflects the current rates across key roles—from Mid-level to Lead. 💬 How are you adapting to this changing market? - Are you adjusting rates or your hiring strategies? - What trends are you seeing in your industry? Let’s start a conversation, whether you’re hiring or seeking a new opportunity, I’d love to help you navigate this dynamic space. #SoftwareDevelopment #ContractingRates #MarketInsights #Recruitment

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If you are looking for your next Django Developer and unhappy with the current level of service you are receiving from your recruitment partner. Or if your internal team needs some support, here is a recent case study to give you an idea of numbers from Foxley Talent. If you would like more information about our process, please drop me an email to arrange a no-obligation call and let me tell you about why we are the only globally dedicated Python Django recruitment partner. #django #python #casestudy #djangoandproud

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Why are you using #Go / #golang? Popularity with #Go / #Golang is going through the roof... particularly in the North West tech scene... but why? dcoded. we have been talking to a lot of #SoftwareEngineeringLeaders who are now utilising #Go as one of their primary programming languages within their Tech Stack. WHY? Well... the reasons tended to rhyme with: - Distribution and Compile capability - its quick! - Simplicity, Concurrency and Flexibility - so its easy... - Static Typing, and Code Formatting - its reliable & easy to maintain - The tech community loves it - lots of documentation and support available! - Backed by Google - its got real pedigree Hmmm... I am keen to hear the thoughts of other Software Engineering pro's on this. Why are you using #Go / #Golang?

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☕📃☕📃☕📃☕📃☕📃☕📃 Every quarter, I release a Newsletter packed with the latest Java and Kotlin trends, insights, and updates shaping the market. From emerging frameworks to real-world applications and innovations in the UK tech scene, it's a must-read for staying ahead in the Java and Kotlin world. 🌍✨ The next edition is going live soon! 🎉 If you'd like to receive a copy, drop a comment below or send me a message, and I'll make sure you're on the list. 📩 #Java #Kotlin #TechTrends #SoftwareEngineering #Newsletter

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Software Developers - 2023 was rubbish wasn't it? However the market is really improving with many more jobs opening up compared to last year. But - there are now a lot of engineers active in the market too.. So some advice.. ⬇ A common complaint now is that you are not hearing back after sending your CV for roles you know/think you are good for. Here are some small pointers from my own recent observations to get you in the door to start with. ✅ You are competing now... your first mistake is having an unattractive, un-readable CV. Think - if you were the hiring manager, would you like this CV? ✅ This is incredibly important for Frontend focused developers.. ⬆ ✅ Less is more... focus on roles you are good for, don't use the spray technique if you know deep down you are not suitable. It's not good for your mental health either to get unnecessary rejections. ✅ Focus on your application properly - If you are applying for a Frontend / React/FS engineer, don't have PHP or Java as a visual focus point as soon as the CV is opened... this applies to all tech roles... ✅ Follow up after a few days - don't sit back and think Linkedin will do it's magic for you once you have clicked submit. ✅ Read the job adverts carefully until the end.. there is usually important information about the working style / location / criteria. Again, saves disappointment and your own time later on. ✅ Attitude - be pleasant and positive throughout. It doesn't matter if you are nervous or maybe you think your english isn't the best, people hire people they want to work with regardless of previous achievements. Finally - interviewing. ✅ Practice and prepare for your interviews well. It might seem a given but know your current stack in-side and out, and any current trends in your area of tech/expertise. ✅ Ask your recruiter or ask the internal HR/talent if there is anything you need to prep/research on. ✅ And of course, have a list of interesting / relevant questions for each opening, and not always the same formulaic ones. ✅ Practice the commons ones - why did you leave the last role, what is clean code for you, what are some projects you failed on / were successful at. Why. ✅ ✅ Please don't give up.

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This is incredibly interesting and undoubtably what the market needs - what goes up must inevitably come down to level out in way in which the market can accommodate. Now Software Developers what do you think? Does this impact the way you're looking at your career and your next move? #developmentrecruitment #salariesaredecreasing #acallforsomeinsight

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Demand for Intermediate-level Software Developers is decreasing, resulting in salary levels on offer declining. For the time being it appears that the days of intermediate developers securing 15% - 20% pay increases when moving jobs are over.   Current advertised salaries for software developers in the UK (3 months to June 2024) are down to 2019 levels.   Is this trend mirrored elsewhere in the world? What are the causes for this?    

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Most of the clients we partner with are looking for Rust and Golang talent at the moment. This is usually a hard requirement of at least two years in production. It's understandable why this is a hard requirement, as again most of our clients are looking for people urgently to hit the ground running, who don't need to hold hands. However, if you (a potential client or hiring manager) are using Rust or Golang and are open to speaking to people from different language backgrounds (Java, C++ etc), the talent on the market available now is beyond belief. If you can afford to be flexible with your requirements, now is a brilliant time to hire really intelligent people who (If had production experience) would probably be unattainable.

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🚀 Calling All .NET Developers! 🚀 As a recruiter specialising in connecting talented .NET developers with top Software Development Managers, I've seen thousands of CVs. The reality? Most recruiters spend just 6-7 seconds scanning a CV. That’s not a lot of time to make a great impression! Here are some key tips to make your CV stand out: Keep It Concise 📝 Aim for a CV that’s 1-2 pages long. Highlight your most recent and relevant experience first. Remember, quality over quantity! Tailor Your CV 🎯 Customise your CV for each role. Mention specific technologies or frameworks relevant to the job, like ASP.NET, C#, or Azure. This shows you’ve done your homework! Highlight Achievements, Not Just Duties 🌟 Focus on your accomplishments. Did you reduce load times by 30%? Lead a team to successfully deploy a major feature? Make sure these achievements shine through. Use Keywords Strategically 🔑 Many recruiters use ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems). Include keywords from the job description to pass these systems and catch the recruiter’s eye. Showcase Your Soft Skills 💼 Technical skills are crucial, but so are communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Include examples that demonstrate these abilities. Remember, your CV is your first introduction to a potential employer. Make it count! 🏆 Curious about the latest trends in .NET development or looking for your next big opportunity? Let’s connect and have a chat! 🤝 #NETDevelopers #CVTips #Recruitment #SoftwareDevelopment #TechJobs #CareerAdvice #DotNet #TechRecruiter #SoftwareDevelopment #Hiring #TechJobs #TechRecruitment #UKJobs #csharp #dotnetdevelopers #dotnetdevelopment #ITrecruitment #softwaredevelopers

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There's so many career paths within Software Development, and if you're just starting out, it can be conflicting on deciding on the path to take. Here's a brief outline of some of the niches within development you could do based on conversations I've been having… 💫 Web dev - specialise in building web apps and websites, you'll most likely use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript 💫 Mobile Devs - focus on creating apps for smart phones and tablets - iOS and Android 💫 Frontend Devs - work on the user interface 💫 Backend Devs - work on the server-side of applications and focus on functionality 💫 Full Stack Devs - work on both the front-end and back-end 💫 DevOps - you are bridging the gap between development and operations If you're looking for your next software dev role, pop me a message ✨ #SoftwareDevelopment #Programming #Frontend #Backend #FullStack

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A bit of CV advice for today!! I watched a video of recruiters saying don't highlight your hobbies and interests a few weeks back. Well, in my opinion, that's rubbish. Hundreds of developers are applying for roles, and if you have similar experience to another developer applying, then your personality will be the difference in you getting offered the role. If you are looking for some advice, please reach out to me and I'll happily book in a call to help you. *Love the frame for this video 🤣 #django #python #cvadvice #resumeadvice

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If this was written on my CV explaining what I do at Talenza... - Recruit mobile & software engineers - Speak with new & existing companies ...Do you think someone that doesn't know me, would jump at the chance of setting up an interview? Highly unlikely. Over the past week, I've seen more 1 page CV's with little to no context, than I have done in the past 2+ years of recruiting in the Software space. And this is a period of time as an engineer - you probably need to be doing a little bit more to stand out from the crowd. We are NOT in a market where every company is scrambling to hire and interviewing everyone that comes their way. I'm not saying put together a 20 page power point presentation as your CV, still be concise, but actually give some context on what you've been doing. If you've worked on a complex project, explain it in a few bullet points. For example; - What the the problem was - How it was solved - The impact it had on the business I'm not a CV guru and there is no magic formula (otherwise every CV would look exactly the same). But adding the above info along with the tech stack being used, will probably help you increase the CV sent to interview ratio. *Completely disregard this post if you have a 1 page CV and are getting all of the interviews you want to*

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✨ 2024: A Year in Reviews ✨ As we approach the end of the year, I’ve been reflecting on the journey I’ve shared with so many talented candidates and inspiring clients. Here are just a few testimonials from the incredible people I’ve had the privilege to work with this year 👇👇👇 #JavaScript #TypeScript #Python

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"𝘑𝑜𝘳𝑑𝘢𝑛 𝑎𝘳𝑒 𝑦𝘰𝑢 𝑔𝘰𝑖𝘯𝑔 𝑡𝘰 𝘱𝑜𝘴𝑡 𝑚𝘰𝑟𝘦 𝘴𝑒𝘳𝑖𝘰𝑢𝘴𝑙𝘺 𝘯𝑜𝘸 𝘺𝑜𝘶'𝘳𝑒 𝑎𝘵 𝘈𝑙𝘣𝑎𝘯𝑦?" Nope. Busy times here at Albany headquarters and myself and the team are spinning multiple plates for several clients trying to find a number of engineers 😬 Here's some of the things we're working on... ⚙️Senior Engineer (Node / TypeScript / AWS) ⌚Tech for good company in wearables 💵£80k - £100k ⚙️Full Stack Engineer (React / Node / mid level) ⌚Tech for good company in wearables 💵£50k - £60k ⚙️QA Engineer 💓Health tech company 💵£55k - £65k ⚙️Tech Lead (JavaScript / Next.js / Node) 📊Intelligence Platform 💵£90k - £100k ⚙️Senior PHP Engineer (PHP / Laravel / React) ♻️Tech for good circular economy 💵£80k - £110k ⚙️Mobile Tech Lead (React Native) ⌚Tech for good company in wearables 💵£90k - £100k If you fancy a chat on any of these then pop me a message or if you know of anyone tag your friends! 📨 Jordan@albanygrowth.co.uk Niruban Retnanandam Ethan Cohen Joe Burder #hiring #SoftwareEngineers #Jobs #JavaScript #React #Node #PHP

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𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐨𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬? The hiring market for software developers is always competitive, and in 2024 that's been an understatement. But there's a common and often hidden challenge we don't talk about enough: 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭 / 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐞! 𝑯𝒆𝒓𝒆'𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒚𝒑𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝑰 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒓 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒅𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔: • You've applied to multiple companies and have been invited to several interviews— happy days! • But now, you’re juggling technical tests, take-home assignments, and preparing for 10 stages of panel interviews... all at the same time. • Each company asks for hours of your time and effort, but by the fifth or sixth interview, it’s hard to give 100% because you’re simply drained. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭? You're spread thin, unable to perform at your best, and might even lose enthusiasm for roles you’d originally been excited about. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝: 𝑩𝒆 𝑺𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆: Focus on companies that align with your goals, salary expectations, remote working preferences, values, and tech stack. It’s okay to say no to interviews if they don’t excite you. Also, don't be afraid to withdraw from an interview process if you aren't interested! 𝑨𝒔𝒌 𝑨𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑬𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒚: Understand the full interview process upfront—how many stages? Take-home tests? Technical challenges? Choose processes that respect your time and that you can manage. 𝑻𝒊𝒎𝒆𝒃𝒐𝒙 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑬𝒇𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒕: For take-home assignments, set yourself a limit. It’s okay to present a strong starting point rather than a “perfect” solution if the expectations are excessive. Lots of people over-prepare for interviews. 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒏 𝒐𝒏 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒓𝒖𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒔: A good recruiter can advocate for you, minimise unnecessary steps, and provide insight into what each company really needs. Luckily most IT Contract interview processes are streamlined when compared to the equivalent permanent ones. If you're feeling overwhelmed with interviews or want advice on navigating the market, reach out—I’d love to help you find a role without burning out along the way! #InterviewTips #SoftwareDevelopment #TechRecruitment #Burnout Daire Stanley Aaron Thornton Eoin Langdon Keith Hudson Hamish Reid Assoc CIPD Simon Lehane Claudia Brennan Rebecca Brennan Tom Deane Michael Magee

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Honestly it's not rocket science!!! 🚀 If you read a CV and moan the developer doesn't state the tech stack they are using in their current role, guess how annoying it is when a developer looks at your company advert and YOU don't advertise the tech stack they'll be using 🤯 There are some good Job Adverts and there are some shocking ones. I'll do a video next week with Jon Gould 🦊 offering some tips about what to include ✅ Have a good weekend everyone 👍 #jobadvert #jobdescription #python #django #softwarehiring #thefox

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🔥 As hot as they come - Seed funded client 🔥 Looking to chat to any solid full-stack Golang Engineers (FE is JS heavy, mainly ReactJS) in my network for a reliable client, who have recently secured Seed funding and are looking to grow their current engineering team. If you know of anyone that could also be a good match for this, get them tagged in the comments as this client will be happy to move as quickly as they need to, in order to secure the right talent! Four stage IV process, which could all be wrapped up within a 10-day window. If it sounds interesting, drop me a DM and we can schedule some time to chat before the end of the week! #hiring #web3 #golang #distributedsystems #recruiting #blockchain #web3

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8 Tools Software Developers Can Use to Propel Their Career Paths 💻 In the competitive UK tech market, it's vital for developers to stay ahead. Here are 8 tools you can learn to boost your skills and career prospects: 1️⃣ Jira - Track projects efficiently with agile features like Scrum & Kanban boards. 2️⃣ GitHub - Collaborate globally, manage projects, and streamline workflows. 3️⃣ IntelliJ IDEA - Optimised for Java/Kotlin, offering AI-powered code suggestions. 4️⃣ VS Code - Customisable code editor supporting multiple languages. 5️⃣ Slack - Enhance team collaboration with AI-driven communication. 6️⃣ Stripo - Speed up email design with drag-and-drop features and integrations. 7️⃣ Payara Cloud - Automate cloud deployment for Java-centric apps. 8️⃣ Axify - Track team performance with real-time data and improve workflows. Mastering these tools will help you to stay competitive in your tech career! What other tools are you noticing employers increasingly seek? Comment below 👇 #SoftwareDevelopment #TechTools #CareerGrowth

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Elixir & Erlang Hiring Managers!! I’m looking to speak with clients with live roles that require on-site presence, how is your hiring coming along?? Drop me a message if you have some free time #elixir #erlang

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