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Ask HN: Who is hiring? (December 2023)

502 points by whoishiring · 994 days ago · 503 comments on HN

Article summary

The article is a call for companies to post their job openings, with specific guidelines for remote, intern, and visa opportunities. Companies are invited to share their job postings, and readers are encouraged to search for job openings on various websites. The article also mentions other related threads, including one for freelancers and one for people looking to be hired. Various companies have posted their job openings in the comments section.

Main themes

  • job postings
  • remote work
  • programming languages
  • company culture
  • career development
  • job search
  • technology industry
  • hiring practices

What commenters say

  • Some companies have been posting the same job openings repeatedly, which can be frustrating for applicants.
  • The use of Perl as a main programming language is still relevant and attractive to some developers.
  • Remote work arrangements can have different expectations and requirements, including availability and on-call policies.
  • Testimonials from current employees can be seen as genuine or disingenuous, depending on the context and intent.
  • The pay for research engineer positions at some institutions may be lower than expected, making it challenging to attract competitive candidates.
  • Companies are looking for skilled developers with experience in various programming languages and technologies, including Go, Python, and React.
  • Some commenters appreciate the transparency and autonomy offered by certain companies, while others express concerns about the authenticity of employee testimonials.
  • The choice of programming language can be a matter of personal preference, and some languages, like Perl, may still have a dedicated community and use cases.