Software Development Recruitment – the future of this role
At Madison Bridge, software development recruitment in Germany, the UK and The Netherlands is a big sector. Within our web technologies specialism, we work on multiple software developer jobs. This allows our team get a full understanding of current trends.
It really is great to be part of this dynamic industry. It got us to thinking…what is the future of this role within IT & technology? What do software developer’s expect from a company? To attract the best software development talent, companies need to know the current trends. Therefore, we thought we would highlight some things to think about in 2022 and beyond.
Remote working
This is not just a trend within software development recruitment. Remote working has become a huge normality for many people. In terms of the future of software development, we expect to see a permanent shift towards working remotely. In a report by software platform Terminal, 75% of respondents shared they want to work remotely at least three days a week.
So, it shows that a hybrid model is also on the rise. It’s understandable companies want some presence from employees at times. However, the team will be really motivated by remote working. It offers access to a work-life balance they likely didn’t have before the pandemic. Therefore, remote or hybrid working is a necessity in a successful software development recruitment strategy.
Cyber security and software development
A lot has changed within software development and one big change is the increasing importance of cyber security. Due to the prevalence of hacking, ransomware, and phishing, companies can can no longer ignore cybersecurity threats. Therefore, software developers will be needing to evolve from traditional methods of security measures. Thorough knowledge of this, and some cyber security skills, may become more important within these roles.
AI & Automation
Do software developers ever get to show their creative side? Thanks to automation, they just might get to as more of the repetitive tasks of the role become automated. Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is being incorporated by many to achieve more efficiency in day to day tasks. So, this means the mundane tasks can turn into time spent on innovation.
Furthermore, 2022 will be a big year for AI within software development. Using AI and applying it to existing platforms will allow for an enhanced digital experience and better decision making for software developers.
Software development recruitment – how can we help you?
All of the points above are just the tip of the iceberg. So when considering software development roles within your company, always look for ways to innovate! If you want to hire software development talent, submit a vacancy and we will be in touch to discuss your recruitment needs.