How hard is it to find a job as a software engineer?

Getting a job as a software engineer is never easy, but, for a few key reasons, it’s especially difficult the first time around. That is why it’s notoriously difficult to land jobs at great tech companies. Luckily, there are thousands (maybe even millions?) of engineers who have been through this process before you.

Is there a demand for software engineers in the future?

The demand for software engineers has been on the rise for quite some time now, and shows no sign of stopping. Software developer employment is projected to grow 21\% by 2028, which is faster than the average projected rate of growth for all occupations (5\%).

How can I get a coding job without experience?

If you REALLY want to get a coding job without experience, it’s a really good idea to have a portfolio of some of the work you’ve done that shows you know how to code and which also provides an example of your code. This is going to go a long way to alleviating that risk a potential employer would have in hiring someone who lacks experience.

Is it hard to get a programming job with no experience?

When you don’t have any experience, it can be extremely difficult to get a job. In the last post, we talked about how to get a programming job through the internship process, but that isn’t always an option.

Are You book-smart enough to be an engineer?

As an engineer, not only are you book-smart, but you’re also forward-thinking. After all, it’s one of the fastest-growing and most in-demand career opportunities in the world right now. And now, it’s time to translate all of that brainpower into landing your first engineering job.

Is it hard to get a job as a college graduate?

As it turns out, jobs—for seasoned pros and college grads alike—aren’t as easy to land as you expected. The data proves it. According to a 2018 report by Burning Glass Technologies, 43\% of college graduates are underemployed in their first job.