Resources for better tech hiring
Playbooks, deep dives and career advice from the Haystack team.
Why Candidates Bounce from Your Careers Page (and How to Fix It)
Your careers page is where most of your hiring funnel leaks. Here are the most common reasons engineering candidates bounce, and a checklist to turn it into a conversion surface.
Read the guideShould You Show Salary Ranges on Job Posts? The Data Says Yes
Salary transparency is no longer optional in tech hiring. Here is why publishing a range increases qualified applications, what to publish, and how to defend it internally.
How Long Should a Job Application Be? Benchmarks for Tech Roles
Long applications kill conversion. Short ones risk noise. Here is the evidence-based answer to how long a tech job application should be, and what to include at each stage.
How to Reduce Job Application Drop-Off: A Practical Playbook for Tech Hiring
Application drop-off quietly wastes the top of your hiring funnel. Here is how engineering and talent teams diagnose it, fix it, and convert more qualified candidates.
Surviving a Redundancy
Redundancy doesn’t define you. Use our clear plan to stabilise, upskill, and find your next role with confidence.
Beyond Bitcoin: How Blockchain Technology is Transforming Industries Globally
Discover how blockchain technology is revolutionizing industries beyond cryptocurrency, enhancing security, transparency, and efficiency across various sectors
Safeguarding Democracy: Cybersecurity and the Future of UK Elections
Explore UK election security, addressing cybersecurity threats, misinformation, and innovative technologies to safeguard the integrity of our democratic process
The Time Is Now: Why You Should Be Future-Proofing Your Candidate Experience
As the tech job market shifts, prioritising candidate experience is crucial. Learn why an engaging recruitment process now will attract top tech talent
Breaking Barriers: How to Bridge the Digital Divide
Explore how bridging the digital divide can ensure equal access to technology, fostering economic opportunities, education, and social inclusion for all
Generation Shift: How Gen Z Is Redefining Career Success Beyond Tech
Explore why Gen Z is choosing stable, impactful careers over tech, reshaping the job landscape and their futures
Pixels and Progress: The Rise of Arcade Culture and Its Lasting Impact
Explore the rise of arcade culture in the 1980s, its impact on society, and its enduring legacy in today's $189 billion gaming industry
How We Do It: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Michael Nsiah
Explore Michael Nsiah's insights on DE&I in hiring, its challenges, and the strategic approaches to ensure equitable opportunities
Reimagining Online Spaces: The Impact of Ofcom's Child Safety Codes
Discover Ofcom's latest online safety strategies to protect children and explore the transformative impact of the Online Safety Act
Technology at the Wheel: Safeguarding Road Safety or Steering Toward Surveillance?
Explore whether EU's new ISA car tech enhances safety or infringes on personal freedoms and autonomy
When Tech Fails: The Impact of Recent Big Tech Outages on Our Digital Dependence
Explore the impact of recent global tech outages, highlighting the need for more robust digital infrastructure
The Battle for AI Talent in Europe
Explore Europe's role in AI, the battle for talent, strategic growth, and educational efforts shaping its future as a global leader in innovation
From Contact to Contract: Mastering Offers in Tech Recruitment
Discover key strategies to craft compelling tech job offers that attract top talent and boost your company's reputation
AI in Recruitment: Transforming Talent Acquisition
Explore AI's transformative impact on recruitment, enhancing efficiency and equity by optimizing job matches and reducing biases in talent acquisition
The Dot-Com Bubble: Lessons from the Boom and Bust of Internet Startups
Explore the rise and fall of the dot-com bubble, its impact on tech, and the critical lessons learned from its speculative investment era
An Uphill Battle: The Status of Gender Inclusivity in Tech
Exploring the challenges and solutions for gender inclusivity in tech: mentorship gaps, lack of role models, and how to build a diverse workforce
Scale-up vs Industry Giant: Navigating Employer Branding in the Tech Industry
Discover how scale-ups compete with tech giants in attracting talent through innovative employer branding strategies
The Open Source AI Epoch: Collaboration, Transparency, and the Path Ahead
Explore the pivotal role of open source AI in shaping a future where technology empowers all, through collaboration, innovation, and ethical transparency
Navigating the New Normal: Dell's Remote Work Policy Evolution
Explore how Dell Technologies' policy changes reflect the evolving landscape of remote work and its impact on the tech industry's future
Beyond the Code: Harnessing Soft Skills for Tech Success
Master soft skills to elevate your tech career: communication, leadership, and adaptability are key
Embracing the Future: Navigating the Implications of the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act
Explore the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act and its impact on tech, innovation, and society, shaping a future where AI advances responsibly
Global Talent, Local Impact: Navigating the Future of Tech Hiring in the UK
Explore the critical role of overseas tech workers in the UK, the visa process, and how they drive innovation and growth in the tech industry.
Big Tech's Crossroads: Navigating the Evolution of Career Aspirations in the Digital Age
Explore the shift from Big Tech allure to a quest for meaningful tech careers, reflecting on industry challenges and the future of innovation
Humanising the Digital: The Unstoppable Rise of Anthropomorphism in Technology
Explore the blend of human traits in tech, its impact on society, and the ethical dilemmas it presents in the age of digital companionship
Crafting Magnetic Job Ads: A Masterclass in Attracting Top Tech Talent
Boost your job ads with storytelling, role clarity, and a culture focus to secure top tech talent
Remote Work Revolution: Navigating the Future of Tech Industry Employment
Exploring remote work's evolution, its impact on tech industries, and the ongoing debate on work-life balance and technological advances
Navigating New Frontiers: The Role of Space Law in Shaping Our Orbital Future
Explore the evolution of space law from Sputnik's launch to today's satellite-filled skies, highlighting the challenges and future of orbital governance
Beyond the Courtroom: A Test of Ideals and Identity
Explore the pivotal Craig Wright saga & its impact on Bitcoin's identity, decentralisation, and the future of cryptocurrency regulation and innovation
Adapting Recruitment Strategies: Attracting and Retaining Top Tech Talent in 2024
Explore the shifting tech hiring landscape in 2024: crucial strategies for attracting & retaining top talent amid economic shifts & digital transformation
Unveiling the Paradox: Talent Shortages and Recruitment Flaws in the UK Tech Sector
Explore the UK tech industry's recruitment challenges, from automated screening flaws to diversity gaps, and the quest for real talent solutions
How We Do It: Tech Employer Branding with Olivia Williams
Dunelm elevates tech presence & transforms hiring with insights from brand awareness guru Olivia on their evolving employer value proposition
AI in the Mind: The Ethical Crossroads of Neuralink's Human Implants
Exploring the ethical implications of Neuralink's AI brain implants, balancing tech innovation with human integrity
Meta's Leap into Artificial General Intelligence: A Bold Move or A Step Too Far?
Explore Meta's daring AGI venture in our latest blog, delving into its potential and the ethical, technical challenges it poses in the tech world
The UK's Tech Landscape: A New Era of Innovation and Growth
Examining the UK's tech sector growth, government initiatives, and innovative strategies to foster business and innovation
Adapting to Change: Layoffs in Tech and the Promise of 2024
Explore the impact of recent layoffs and the evolving tech landscape, offering hope and new opportunities for developers
Salaries in tech: Do they add up? October 2023
It goes without saying that if you want to attract and retain the best talent, salary is key.
What's it like to work at Tillo?
Have you had chance to check out Tillo on Haystack yet? We'll give you the rundown on exactly what it's like!
Haystack Summer Report: How to land and retain the best tech talent
We recently surveyed our 50,000 techies to find out how you can land and retain the best tech talent
The quick way to boost your career and add value in a new company
Discover how you can improve your ways of working and boost your career at your current company, in tech, in this blog.
Webinar: Elevate your Tech Hiring - Positioning your Brand For the Tech Talent Community
Listen in to our latest webinar and hear how you can build brand awareness and reposition your brand to be a household name for the tech talent community.
My life is a HOT MESS: the app that came to my rescue
Juggling work, life and everything else that crops up can be tough. Parul shares the app that came to her rescue to combat the challenges with task management.
Haystack x All The Code with Simon Barker
Hear invaluable advice from Simon Barker, CTO of All The Code and content creator, who has over 15 years of experience in the tech industry.
How I Passed the AWS Associate Developer Exam
Exam preparation is key. Discover the tools and study techniques that Yusuf used to pass the AWS Associate Developer exam.
Product Roadmap: What we've delivered so far and what's left to come
100s of companies have secured amazing tech hires through Haystack's latest features. Discover what's to come in 2023 to elevate your tech hiring further.
How to become a front-end engineer
Learning to code has never been straightforward. In this blog, take a look at a road map for becoming a front-end engineer with some helpful insights.
How to combat burnout in your tech career
Do you suffer from burnout in your career? We explore the signs and how to combat the feeling of burnout in your tech career in our latest blog.
Webinar: Addressing the Shortfalls in Tech Talent Attraction & Retention
Find out how to stand out in this crowded market and make the most from your budget in order to attract the best tech talent in our latest webinar.
Developer Stories: Meet Tom, Software Developer and Tech Influencer
Meet Tom, a Software Developer with a background in marketing. Hear about his journey into tech and how he's recently hit a big milestone on social media.
What does 2023 hold for techies?
The tech community are increasingly aware of their value but that doesn’t stop them being worried about the state of tech. Find out more in our latest blog.
5 ways to streamline your recruitment hiring process
Get ahead of the game and discover the five ways of how to streamline your recruitment hiring process, to keep a foothold within the market.
Developer Stories: Meet Daniel, Senior Engineering Manager at Klaviyo
Hear from Klaviyo's Senior Engineering Manager, Daniel, as he shares the exciting projects they're working on and why life at Klaviyo is different.
What does ChatGPT tell us about the future of society?
Is ChatGPT about to take over? Discover the impact of AI on the future of society in our latest blog.
Salaries in tech: do they add up?
Tech professionals have always underestimated their value, until now. Uncover salary insights from across the UK to check if you benchmark yourself correctly.
How to hire tech talent in an uncertain market
The tech industry has been overwhelmed with many challenges in recent years. In this blog we uncover how to hire tech talent during these uncertain times.
The State of Tech Recruitment 2023
It’s been a choppy couple of years for the tech sector. We’re here to help you weather the storm.
The Haystack Tech Talent Report
We've done some digging and uncovered key highlights from across the industry in 2022. Read the full Haystack Tech Talent Report to find out more.
Winter Update '22
Our dev team have been hard at work in Q3 - check out all the changes and new features!
What can we learn about the future of tech from the war in Ukraine?
The war in Ukraine has massive implications, both for the future of tech and all of us.
Developer Stories: Meet Steven, Senior Software Engineer at Fika
Hear from Steven, a Senior Software Engineer, who shares his transition into tech from a non-technical background, as well as why he loves working at Fika.
Developer Stories: Meet Sana, software engineer and React enthusiast.
Meet Sana, a software engineer passionate about working with React. Read more about her journey into tech as well as her mission to inspire other women.
Attracting top tech talent in a crowded market
The tech industry is an increasingly competitive market and top tech talent is proving even more challenging to find. Discover how to attract sought-after...
How your Haystack profile can help you stand out
Discover how to build a Developer, Data Scientist or Designer profile that gets you noticed by employers on Haystack
Let Companies Apply To You
A look into our latest feature - let companies apply directly to you with targeted, relevant roles!
Recruitment platform Haystack wins £500k from North East Venture Fund
Haystack has recently completed its £1.5m seed round with a £500,000 investment from Mercia and the North East Venture Fund.
Developer Stories: Meet Hamad, a Front End Software Engineer and tech enthusiast
Meet Hamad, a front end software engineer turned tech enthusiast passionate about helping others on their coding journeys.
Developer Stories: Meet Nooshin, a Front End Developer at Qrious
We interviewed Qrious's Front End Developer, Nooshin. Find out her journey into tech and what she likes most about working at Qrious.
Green Coding: Sustainability in Software
The tech industry is under increasing pressure to reduce its carbon emissions. One of the conscious changes businesses can make is to perform green coding.
Salaries in software development - what's the latest?
Haystack's latest report analyses over 8,000+ tech jobs and shares key trends on what's going on in the tech industry, and how salary expectations are changing.
Webinar: Attracting and retaining top tech talent
Haystack's latest webinar with Gearset talks about how to attract top developers, and then how to retain them. How do I attract software developers?
How to thrive in your first year in tech
How to thrive in your first year in tech with Haystack. Your software development career will have ups and downs but it's important to remember these things.
Developer Stories: Meet Jack, an Associate Software Engineer at Crisp
Meet Jack, an Associate Software Engineer at Crisp. Find out what it's like to discover your first role in tech after graduating from University.
Developer Stories: Meet John, Senior Software Engineer at Crisp
Crisp is a real-time risk intelligence company. We caught up with their software engineer, John, to hear what it's like to work within their development team.
Developer Stories: Meet Jonathon, a Web Developer at Drummond Central
What's it like to work at a fiercely independent, creative agency? We caught up with Jonathon, a web developer at Drummond Central, who shares some insights.
How to maintain good mental health as a software developer
Working in tech can be stressful at times, so we've got some tips of how to maintain good mental health as a software developer.
Make the most of your Haystack profile
Maximize your Haystack profile with tips to polish your CV, LinkedIn, and GitHub, making a standout impression to employers
A day in the life of a Software Developer
Have you ever wondered what being a Software Developer is like? Discover what a day in the life of a Software Developer entails in our latest blog.
Finding roles
Streamline your tech job search on Haystack using customised matches and filters to find roles that suit your career goals.
Negotiating salary and job offers
Explore expert strategies for mastering salary negotiations in tech, ensuring you secure the best compensation package
Who sees your profile, applications and Talent Pools
Start applying for tech roles or join Talent Pools on Haystack to control your visibility and connect directly with companies interested in your skills.
Interview & Tech Test Tips and Tricks
Ace tech interviews by mastering technical skills, problem-solving, and communication to align with job requirements and secure your ideal role.
Getting started on Haystack
Optimize your Haystack profile with our guide to entering accurate tech skills, experience, and salary preferences to find your dream tech job
Developer Stories: Meet Morgan, Junior Software Developer at EPAM
Morgan is a junior software engineer at EPAM, a global digital transformation services provider. Find out what it's like to work at EPAM, with Haystack.
What do front end developers do?
The tech industry is huge and there are many roles to choose from. Read more in our latest blog to find out what a front end developer actually does.
Prepping for your first tech interview? We’ve got you covered.
You’ve put in a lot of hard work to get your foot in the door - years spent in education, countless hours spent perfecting your portfolio and honing your coding
Salary Insights: Average vs expected salaries in software development
All the latest salary insights from Haystack's database on the average salaries compared to the expected salaries.
Haystack 2022 Spring Release
What's new with the Haystack app? We've been busy building a whole host of new features to enhance the techie experience - take a peak!
Haystack: Tech Uncovered. Episode 6 - Chris Grice: Engineering in a Scaleup
Chris Grice, Engineering Manager at Street Group shares with Haystack his journey into tech and how engineering at an enterprise differs to a scaleup.
Replacing StackOverflow Jobs with Mike Davies COO of Haystack | All The Code podcast
Haystack's Mike Davies chats to Simon Barker from All The Code podcast about tech jobs, starting up a business and the tech recruitment industry.
Developer Stories: Meet Asher, a career switcher with a background in tech recruitment
Meet Asher, a motivated tech enthusiast and career switcher with a background in tech recruitment - exclusive interviews to Haystack.
How to build a productive remote engineering team
We discuss the 4 ways of how build a collaborative, productive remote engineering team in our latest blog. Check it out for insights and tips!
Developer Stories: Meet Courtney, associate software developer & GirlCode ambassador
Meet Courtney, an associate software developer at Sky and GirlCode ambassador. Find out more about Courtney's journey into tech, exclusively on Haystack.
Haystack: Tech Uncovered. Episode 5 - Sarat Pediredla: Starting and Growing a Tech Company
Listen to Sarat Pediredla, CEO and co-founder of hedgehog lab, a global award-winning digital product consultancy based in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Candidate sourcing strategies to build your tech talent pipeline
Looking to grow your tech talent pipeline? Haystack's platform allows you to actively and passively hire top tech talent from across the UK.
Developer Stories: Meet Lilian, a self-taught software engineer and career switcher from a non-technical background
Lilian is a self-taught software engineer inspiring others to pursue a career in tech. She shares with Haystack how she transitioned from a non-tech background.
Haystack: Tech Uncovered. Episode 4 - Dylan McKee: Entrepreneurship as a Developer
Meet Dylan McKee, one of the North Easts most notable tech entrepreneur's and named as top tech talent under 30 in the region.
What is a blockchain developer?
What is a blockchain developer? How exactly do you become a blockchain developer? Take a look in Haystack's latest blog.
Developer Stories: Meet two of cinch's Software Engineers, Ben and Sarah
cinch is one of the UK's fastest growing tech companies. Haystack speaks to two of their software engineers, Ben and Sarah about their journey into tech.
Developer Stories: Meet cinch's Principal Engineer Greg, and Principal Practice Engineer Toli
Meet two of cinch's developers - Principal Engineer Greg Farrow and Principal Practice Engineer Toli Apostolidis. Find out what it's like to work at cinch.
Haystack: Tech Uncovered. Episode 3 - James Heggs: Supporting Tech Returners
Mike Davies, Haystack's COO speaks to James Heggs, founder of Tech Returners and talks about how they support emerging tech talent.
Where can I find programmers for hire?
Where can I find programmers for hire? On Haystack! A careers and insights marketplace - designed for those working in development, design and data.
Haystack: Tech Uncovered. Episode 2 - Andy McFetrich: What is Employer Branding?
Haystack's co-founder Mike Davies talks to Andy McFetrich, Sage's Talent Acquisition Campaign and Channel Manager about all things employer branding.
Why we’re giving free job listings for entry level roles
Post entry level tech roles for free on Haystack. Get access to thousands of techies on Haystack, a tech careers marketplace.
What are the average salaries in software engineering?
What is the average salary for a software developer? Haystack's data reveals average salaries, top technologies and more insights.
Advice and guidance from Software Engineer, Jessie Auguste
Software developer Jessie Auguste, shares her advice on the discomfort of growth in your tech career and how growing pains can lead to great things.
How to become a senior software engineer
This blog uncovers how to become a senior software engineer, whether you're looking to climb the developer career ladder or you're just curious.
Haystack: Tech Uncovered. Episode 1 - Jaz Chana: From Startup to Scaleup
Haystack's co-founder Mike Davies talks to cinch's Technology Director Jaz Chana in the first episode of the Haystack Tech Uncovered podcast.
Where can I find a junior software developer job?
Where can you find entry level software developer jobs? Check out tech specific job boards like Haystack.
12 companies hiring for junior to senior software developers
Looking for a job in software development/engineering in January? Check out these 12 hiring companies in 2022 for junior to senior software developer...
How to hire developers for a start-up
It can be difficult, and time consuming to attract software engineers to work for your start up. Cut through the noise with Haystack.
Developer Stories: Meet Asia, an award-winning junior software / blockchain engineer
Asia Sharif is an award winning Junior Software Engineer, and globally recognised as a Rising Star in Tech in the UK. She shares with Haystack her..
The state of tech recruitment
Trends and predictions in tech recruitment for 2022, including key insights from 2021. A review of importance of employer branding, personal branding and more.
How to fill the talent gap with a remote workforce
If you are struggling to hire tech talent, taking a look at filling the talent gap with a remote workforce - how and where can you find developers?
How much does it cost to hire a software developer?
The cost of hiring a software developer varies between the tech stack, location, and more. Haystack's analysed and outlined the costs in this blog.
North East entrepreneur named Start-Up Entrepreneur of the Year at national awards
Haystack's co-founder, Mike Davies has been awarded North East winner of Start-Up Entrepreneur of the Year at a national awards.
Developer Stories: Meet Rachel, Engineering Culture and Transformation Leader, Advocate, Speaker & Award Winner
Rachel (Techy Rey) is an inspirational engineering culture and transformation leader. From coding to culture, she shares her career journey to date.
Developer Stories: Meet Elle, Full Stack Software Engineer & GirlCode Ambassador
Elle is a full stack software engineer and ambassador at GirlCode, she shares her advice and tips to becoming a software developer with Haystack.
Why is it so difficult to hire software developers?
Software developers are in demand. That's why it's hard to hire for them. Building your employer brand and recruitment marketing strategies will help.
Developer Stories: Meet Amber, Junior Software Engineer passionate about getting more women into tech
Meet Amber, Junior Software Developer at AMEX - passionate about getting women into tech.
Developer Stories: Meet Michael, Software Engineering Manager at Moonpig
Meet Michael, a software engineering manager at Moonpig. He shares his advice as well as tips and tricks.
Actively Hiring Companies in October
A list of companies hiring for software developers and software engineers in October 2021. Add them to your haystack exclusively on the Haystack app!
Top Interview Questions for a Backend Developer
What are the top interview questions for a backend developer? Find out the top questions to ask a backend developer in an interview.
Developer Stories: Meet Chris, Senior Full Stack Developer With a Passion for Startups
Chris is a full stack developer at StormX, a cash-back cryptocurrency company. With a passion for startups, Chris shares his learnings over his career.
Candidate Ghosting - Why It’s Happening and How to Stop It
What is candidate ghosting? Why is it happening? Techies hold all the cards now - so ensure your processes are aligned so you don't miss out on top tech talent.
Developer Stories: Meet Calvin, Co-Founder and CTO of StormX
Meet Calvin, Co-Founder and CTO of StormX. He shares his experience within a startup and his thoughts on Cryptocurrency.
What Is Multi-Touch Attribution When It Comes to Hiring?
Multi-touch attribution is really important when it comes to hiring. Chances are, candidates had various touchpoints before even applying.
Top 5 Senior Frontend Developer Interview Questions
What do you ask a senior frontend developer for interview questions? Check out Haystack's blog on the top 5 senior frontend developer interview questions.
How to Find a Good Company Culture Fit In Your Job Search
Finding a new job is daunting, and making sure you're the right cultural fit for a company is key. Find out more here.
7 Actively Hiring Companies in Manchester
Companies in Manchester are actively hiring for software developers, UX designers, QA testers and more. All available on the Haystack app.
Developer Stories: Meet Dave, Principal Consultant with 20+ years experience in software development
Dave is a principal consultant, and former Head of Engineering at LADbible Group, with over 20 years experience in software development
Why You’re Missing Out on Top Developers by Not Hiring Remotely
What are the benefits of hiring remotely? There are lots. You're missing out on top developers and limiting your talent pool.
How to Find Candidates for Hard-to-Fill Developer Roles
How do you recruit for hard-to-fill developer roles? Software engineering is notoriously difficult to hire for, so how can you reach those developers?
Developer Stories: Meet Tami, Software Engineer with a Masters in HR, and Advocate for Minorities in Engineering
Tami graduated with a masters in HR, but has taken a different career path into software engineering. Read her developer stories.
4 Ways Hiring Remotely Can Help Companies Achieve Diversity and Inclusion Goals
Hiring remotely has a multitude of benefits, one of which is increasing your talent pools. Meaning you're more likely to reach diversity and inclusion goals.
Developer Stories: Meet Jacob, Senior Software Engineer, React & TypeScript Enthusiast
Jacob is a CTO and senior software engineer. Find out more about Jacob and read his developer stories exclusively on Haystack.
Developer Stories: Meet Charmaine, Career Switcher, Speaker & Mentor
Charmaine is a career switcher, mentor and speaker. Having first started coding at age 36, Charmaine is now an apprentice software engineer!
10 Actively Hiring Companies for Local and Remote Developer Jobs
Here are 10 actively hiring companies for local and remote developer jobs, in August 2021. Check them out on the Haystack app!
Developer Stories: Meet Adam, Self-Taught Aspiring Developer
We caught up with Adam, a self-taught aspiring software developer. Read his journey into tech.
Developer Stories: Meet Jack, Frontend Developer, Author & Speaker
Jack is a frontend developer based in the Midlands - he shares his experience in his career. Read his developer stories.
Why are Soft Skills important for Developers?
What are the top soft skills for developers and why are they important to hire for?
6 Tips for a Memorable Pre-boarding Experience
The relationship with your employee starts at first touchpoint, and throughout their pre-boarding experience. Here are tips on how to make it memorable.
Developer Stories: Meet Yusuf, React Native Developer & Computer Science Graduate
React native developer, Yusuf has been working part time alongside his studies at university. Read his developer story and get inspired.
How to Create Content That Turns Interest into Job Applications
Building your employer brand is about what you do internally and externally. So how do you create content that turns into job applications?
Developer Stories: Meet Ermiya, Software Developer, Mentor and STEM Ambassador
Meet Ermiya Eskandary, currently a software developer at BJSS - he shares his story on how we got into software development from an apprenticeship.
Tech Start-up Haystack Announces Further Territory Expansion and Growth into Manchester
Haystack has expanded to Manchester in the companies' latest growth. Haystack has over 10,000 active users across the UK, particularly in the North West.
What are we worth?
What are the salaries in engineering like? On average, women value themselves at £6,000 less than their male counterparts. Find out more.
15 hiring companies for local & remote developer jobs 🚀
15 top tech employers across the UK who are actively hiring for both local and remote software engineering jobs. Download the Haystack app and check them out.
Recruitment Marketing: What is it and why do I need it?
What is recruitment marketing, how does it impact hires and attracting talent? Employer branding is closely linked to employer branding.
Creating an Inclusive Workspace
What can I do to create an inclusive workplace? Keep learning and stay active - culture and inclusivity is something that needs dedication.
Developer Stories: Meet Ruth, Self-Taught Software Engineer and Trans Woman
Ruth is a software engineer and proud trans woman. Read her story of transitioning during her professional career.
Customer Stories: An Interview with Nomad Digital
Haystack is working with businesses like Nomad Digital to hire tech talent for their growing engineering teams. Find out more.
The Ultimate Guide to Evolving Your Employer Brand and Attracting the Right Tech Talent
How do you level up your employer branding efforts without hiring and spending a fortune? Find out more from Haystack.
Developer Stories: Meet Lorna, Software Engineer and Mentor
Lorna is an inspiring software developer based in Leeds. Find out more about her progression and career goals in Haystack's latest developer stories.
Looking to scale your tech business? Hire for this role before any others
Scaling your tech team can be challenging. But what role do you need to look to hire to attract more techies?
Let’s talk about mental health
Mental health is something we all need to talk about, particularly those in software engineering. Let's check in.
How are your tech team doing? No, really?
Mental health is important, and it's important to recognise burnout within your teams. How is your tech team doing? How can you support their mental health?
Top Remote Friendly Companies
Working remotely can mean different things to different people - what companies are completely remote friendly and are they hiring?
Developer Stories: Meet Laura, aspiring Frontend Developer
Laura is an aspiring frontend developer, find out how she took her first steps on the tech career ladder and get inspired, exclusively on Haystack.
Developer Stories: Meet Nikhil, Nodemap's CTO
Read Nikhil's story - Nikhil is the CTO of Nodemap, he's starting his own tech company and went to Newcastle University and studied engineering.
It’s happening… The Consumerisation of Tech Talent Attraction
Tech talent attraction - it's difficult. What content do I share to attract developers? What information do they want to know?
Customer Stories: An Interview with Tombola
Tombola's Mark Scott talks company culture, hiring needs and exciting projects happening at Tombola and why you should join them!
Haystack Wins £1M In Funding To Revolutionise Tech Recruitment
Newcastle based tech start up Haystack wins £1M in funding. Based in Gosforth, Haystack is a careers and insights marketplace.
A Guide To: Developer Learning Resources
With tools like YouTube, there are tonnes of developer learning resources out there. Here are a list of top resources, from Haystack's engineering team.
Driving Diversity in Software Engineering
How can you drive diversity within your engineering teams and encourage a more inclusive workplace?
Elevate your employer branding to attract the best techies
Employer branding is key to attracting and retaining top tech talent right now. Techies hold all the cards. Elevate your employer branding.
How to get started with React Native and TypeScript
Getting started with React Native and TypeScript, from Haystack's developers. Haystack is a careers and insights marketplace.
How to write a job description for a web developer
You've been tasked with writing a job description for a web developer. So, how do you write it? Haystack's here to offer advice and guidance.
How to find entry level software developer jobs
How do you find entry level software developer roles? Take a look at our guide!
Top tips for your next software developer interview
Got an interview as a software developer coming up? Here are Haystack's top tips for your next software developer interview - you'll smash it.
So you want a career in data science
If you're looking for a career in data science, you need to know where to start. In this blog, Haystack outlines the main routes to becoming a data scientist.
Why software developers should have their own blog
As a software developer, you should write your own blog or at least keep a record of your published work. Find out why, and the benefits, in this blog.
Haystack - where we’ve been, where we’re at and where we’re heading
Where Haystack's been, where we're at and where we're heading. Written by COO, Mike Davies, read the lastest with Haystack.
How COVID-19 is changing the UK tech scene
How has the pandemic effected the tech scene, and will it ever really recover? Find out more in Haystack's latest blog.
5 great developer blogs to read
Keep actively learning and read more blogs! There are tonnes of developer blogs out there, here are Haystack's 5 favourites.
How to attract and hire the best techies
Attracting and retaining top tech talent can be a challenge. So how do you attract the best software developers? Find out more from Haystack.
Closing the gender gap in engineering
The gender gap in the workplace, and in particular the gender gap in engineering is shocking, with only 11% of developers identifying as female.
How to become a web developer
How do you become a web developer? Here are the foundations and building blocks for what you need to get started.
How to get your tech team involved in the interview process
How do you get your tech team involved in the interview process? It's important that interviewing comes from engineering teams as well as HR.
10 free or discounted tech learning resources
If you want to learn a new skill, take a look at these 10 learning resources for getting into coding. From beginner to intermediate, we've got you covered.
Is the fintech revolution here to stay?
The fintech revolution, what is it and is it here to stay? Haystack dives into the growth and potential for this market.
DevOps means what? And what do they do?
What exactly is DevOps, and what does it mean? Here, we explain the basics.
How to land your perfect graduate developer job straight out of university
If you need guidance on landing your first graduate developer job out of university, check out Haystack's blog.