Canada has had a lot going on in the recent years. Its growing tech sector has reshaped the economy and has paved the way for tech-driven companies to prosper. The demand for tech- and artificial intelligence-related jobs has skyrocketed. There are certain factors that are taken into consideration when applying for a job. These include work-life balance, growth opportunities, and of course, salary. People tend to research the company thoroughly before applying for a job.
Tech companies require talented workforce. There are a lot of resources beyond tech schools or programs that are available to help you get ready for a job interview. For example, enrolling in online courses has given people a means to cultivate their tech skills.
A list of the best jobs of 2018 was released this week. It’s not surprising at all that nine out of the ten jobs on the list include tech-related careers. The top spot on the list went to Machine Learning Engineer, which is a vital role for artificial intelligence, one of Canada’s most important emerging fields. Next on the list was Full Stack Developer, which is a person with a lot of programming language knowledge who can program backend, frontend, and middleware. The list also included DevOps, Data Scientist, Back End Consultant, and Operations Consultant.
With the increased function AI plays in every industry and with Canada quickly growing into a global tech hub, the country is starting to attract tech workers from all over the world. Toronto was shortlisted for Amazon’s second headquarters. Despite the many opportunities in technology, companies find it difficult to find and hire tech talent because the available workforce cannot meet the huge demand. Canada is likely to face a tech talent shortage in the near future.
Employers do a lot today to attract the tech talent they need. Some tactics include adding foosball tables and game consoles to the workplace. Other employers encourage sleep during the workday by providing sleeping pods. Still others keep their employees satisfied with a fresh food and drinks bars.
Another common tactic employers us is to increase their talent pool by focusing on applied skills more than academic certifications. Constantly organizing code hackathons and competitions to decide who has the necessary skills to fill a vacancy and fit within the work culture is one way that companies have accomplished this. Making the hiring decision should completely be based on skills and competencies, not just on the educational background.
