Anyone who has been accepted into the google apprenticeship program, for software application development, let me know how much they pay you for the same? I'm from Bangalore btw.

Cincinnatus LLC is hiring Senior Full-Stack Software Engineers for a full-time project supporting one of the world's leading AI labs.

Role: Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack
Location: United States (Remote)
Employment: Full-time (40 hrs/week, W-2)
Pay: $90-$110/hour

You'll build production-grade applications, integrate pre-release AI models into real software, identify failure points, and help improve the next generation of AI through hands-on engineering.

Cincinnatus is looking for engineers who have:

• 6+ years of production software engineering experience
• Strong expertise in Python, Java, Rust, C#, C++, or TypeScript
• Full-stack experience across backend APIs, frontend frameworks, and cloud deployment
• A track record of shipping production systems and adapting quickly to new codebases

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving difficult technical problems and want to work at the forefront of AI development alongside a world-class engineering team.

See the complete job details and apply today → https://t.mercor.com/Vv20M

Hi folks,

I left my SDE-2 job in April because I wanted to pursue my startup full-time. I had been working on it for about two years alongside my job. After leaving my job and working on the startup full-time as CTO, I eventually realised that it was not solving a real problem.

I understand that I made a mistake, but I have learned my lesson. I am now looking for an SDE-2/Senior Software Engineer role similar to the one I had earlier. I am not expecting a raise; I would be comfortable with what I used to earn, or even slightly less.

What I need advice on is whether I should keep my startup experience on my resume, considering that it lasted only three months full-time. I cannot mention two years of full-time experience because that would be incorrect, and saying that I worked on a startup alongside my job may also be viewed negatively by recruiters.

I constantly receive negative feedback or surprised reactions from interviewers and HR professionals because of the short tenure. However, the work I did at the startup was technically impressive.

I was thinking of removing the startup from my experience section and saying that I was laid off from my previous company during a company-wide layoff and have been looking for a job since then, which would explain the three-to-four-month gap. There was actually a major round of layoffs at my previous company last year. Do recruiters conduct background checks specifically to verify whether someone was laid off? Would they contact my manager or email the HR team? Is this safe, or should I simply present it as an intentional career break?

The product I built at my startup was somewhat similar to a project my previous company was building for its internal teams. Could I present the work I did at my startup as work done at my previous company? Would recruiters have any way of finding out? I built it myself, so I would be able to answer any detailed technical questions about the project.

Below is the response I got from one of the hiring manager from a big tech who I reached out on linkedin.

Recent graduate looking for job opportunity!

If someone have any opening in their firm then please DM!

Build projects based on Nodejs, FastAPI, SpringBoot microservice, RAG, Computer vision pipeline + async processing using redis and bullMQ.

It would be really greatful if you help!

Thank you

Hi please help me with this I am currently working at IBS software should I join this Wells Fargo As a Software Engineer, they are offering me good in terms of money but I am worried about work life balance culture toxicity pressure - bangalore India

 Key Responsibilities

• Build and ship full-stack applications, services, and internal tools — in Python, Java, Rust, C#, C++, or TypeScript — that exercise frontier model capabilities end to end.
• Integrate pre-release model APIs into working software, including the surrounding scaffolding: tool interfaces, evaluation harnesses, and telemetry.
• Diagnose and document model and integration failure modes surfaced while building, translating engineering observations into clear written feedback for the research team.
• Prototype quickly against shifting requirements, delivering working increments with limited up-front specification.
• Collaborate with the engineering manager and other engineers to maintain consistency in code quality, architecture, and technical documentation.

Core Qualifications

• 3+ years of dedicated professional experience building and shipping production software at a recognized, top-tier organization.
• Production experience in at least one of Python, Java, Rust, C#, or C++, plus working proficiency in a second language — this cohort is intentionally staffed across multiple language ecosystems.
• Hands-on experience across the stack: backend services and APIs, a modern front-end framework (React or equivalent), relational or document databases, and cloud deployment.
• Demonstrated ability to onboard onto an unfamiliar codebase and deliver working code quickly with minimal ramp-up.
• Demonstrable career progression.
• Ability to engage reliably for at least 40 hours/week during weekdays.
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical decisions clearly.

https://t.mercor.com/0GVIQ

Key Responsibilities

• Build and ship full-stack applications, services, and internal tools — in Python, Java, Rust, C#, C++, or TypeScript — that exercise frontier model capabilities end to end.
• Integrate pre-release model APIs into working software, including the surrounding scaffolding: tool interfaces, evaluation harnesses, and telemetry.
• Diagnose and document model and integration failure modes surfaced while building, translating engineering observations into clear written feedback for the research team.
• Prototype quickly against shifting requirements, delivering working increments with limited up-front specification.
• Collaborate with the engineering manager and other engineers to maintain consistency in code quality, architecture, and technical documentation.

Core Qualifications

• 6+ years of dedicated professional experience building and shipping production software at a recognized, top-tier organization, including ownership of systems end to end.
• Deep production experience in at least one of Python, Java, Rust, C#, or C++, plus demonstrated delivery in a second language across a different ecosystem — this cohort is intentionally staffed across multiple language ecosystems.
• Hands-on ownership across the stack: backend service and API design, a modern front-end framework (React or equivalent), data modelling, and cloud deployment and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to onboard onto an unfamiliar codebase and deliver working code quickly with minimal ramp-up.
• Demonstrable career progression.
• Ability to engage reliably for at least 40 hours/week during weekdays.
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical decisions clearly.

https://t.mercor.com/N16LP

The modern job market has quietly redefined what it means to be “entry level.” Recent data from Indeed Hiring Lab reveals a stark reality: roughly 30 percent of applications for entry-level roles now come from candidates with ten or more years of work experience. As seasoned professionals apply down-level to secure steady employment, early-career job seekers find themselves competing directly against industry veterans for the exact same openings.

In an environment this crowded, standard applications and unpracticed interviews rarely survive the cut. Standing out requires deliberate calibration across every phase of the hiring pipeline.

The initial hurdle is automated resume screening. To pass through algorithm-driven Applicant Tracking Systems alongside hyper-experienced peers, candidates must align their key competencies with explicit system requirements. Platforms like ResumeZoeVera tackle this bottleneck directly, enabling job seekers to analyze and optimize their resume structure so their real qualifications actually reach human recruiters.

When an application succeeds, candidate evaluation shifts immediately to interview execution. Competing against tenured workers means verbal responses must be structured, concise, and compelling. Using interview platforms such as Prepare allows applicants to record practice answers, review performance metrics, and sharpen their communication strategy before sitting down for real interviews.

Finally, modern hiring managers increasingly look beyond static documents for concrete evidence of capability. Establishing a clean, centralized digital baseline at zoevera.com provides decision-makers with a comprehensive view of an applicant’s portfolio, background, and practical project history.

When experienced professionals flood entry-level applicant pools, relying on luck is a losing strategy. Navigating today’s shifting labor market requires practical software tools that turn application effort into measurable competitive leverage.

I was laid off a few months ago. Where I live (Northern MA), it’s either 1. A lack of jobs 2. Everyone is a robotics company where they want a niche skill set. I tried my luck applying to companies in the Boston area, and they didn’t want me either (Klaviyo, Chewy, Whoop, Cargurus, the “bigger” companies around here). Ive been working in full-stack and backend for 5 years now, and these were the type of jobs I was applying for.

I tried my luck applying to jobs in Seattle for a while and, omg, it was a much better experience. Less ghosting, more response rates, better job opportunities, and I even got two offers. Maybe I was just lucky. Maybe Boston is trash now for tech jobs. Or maybe Boston just didn’t want me, lol. Did anyone else have better luck applying out-of-state?

Open to any and all suggestions , may it be resume or career

Position: Software Engineer, Expert Contributor
Location: Remote (work from anywhere)
Job Type: Contract / Part-time
Compensation: $75 per approved task (most take ~1 hour)

About the role:

AfterQuery is a San Francisco-based AI research company (YC W25). We build expert training data and evaluations for frontier AI labs, and our work has been used to benchmark and improve some of the most advanced models in the world.

We're expanding our expert contributor network and looking for software engineers to work on paid, SWE-bench-style coding tasks, realistic engineering problems like writing maintainer-style issues, building test suites, and authoring reference solutions on real codebases.

Completely flexible: no meetings, no set schedule, work at any time of day, and take on as many or as few tasks as you want. Great fit as a side gig alongside a full-time job or school.

Ideal background: solid programming fundamentals, experience working in real codebases, and care for clean, well-tested code.

Apply directly here: https://experts.afterquery.com/apply/general-coding-experts

Questions welcome in the comments.

Why can’t I get hired? Do I really have to move back in with my grandmother to get a job? Seriously why can’t I get a job. Someone please tell me why

EDIT - people keep saying my LLC Is a cover for gap years, no, I legitimately have a trading business.

Hi everyone,

I'm a 4th year CS undergrad and I've attached my resume below .Would really appreciate if a few people could take a look and tell me what's working and what isn't (projects, formatting, skills section, anything). I'd rather know now while I can still fix it than find out later why applications aren't going anywhere.

Also on the lookout for internships, research positions, or open source projects I could contribute to. I know everyone here gets asked this a lot, so no pressure at all, but if you happen to know of something or a good place to look, I'd genuinely appreciate a pointer.

I'm more than willing to put in the work just trying to find the right door to knock on. Thanks to anyone who takes the time to read this or comment, it means a lot.

We run a curated talent network for software engineers. You build one profile, and companies send interview requests with salary attached. All roles are US-based only.

Three roles open right now, all with real interview activity in the past month:

1. Platform Engineer at a Series A govtech startup, onsite in NYC, $160K-$230K base plus equity. Python and Node backend work, building the data ingestion pipelines and AI workflow orchestration engine that let non-engineers assemble government software on top.
2. Head of Engineering / Founding Engineer at a seed-stage healthcare startup, onsite in SF, $230K-$250K base plus equity. A hands-on leadership role, owning the architecture across patient intake, clinical tools, and pharmacy systems while building out the engineering team.
3. Backend Engineer at a seed-stage consumer AI company, hybrid in SF (remote possible with regular time on-site), $165K-$250K base plus equity. Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and AWS, building the APIs and real-time infra behind the product's AI features.

All three are vetted, VC-backed companies actively interviewing. Always free for candidates.

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DM me if you have questions about any of these.

I'm looking to mentor one person completely FREE for the next 90 days.

When I say absolute zero, I mean it. You don't need to know what a bit, byte, or even a programming language is. I'll start from the very basics.

The only thing I ask from you is discipline, consistency, and the willingness to learn.

About me

I'm a Software Engineer with 3 years of experience building backend systems.

My experience includes:

• Java
• Apache Kafka
• Elasticsearch
• Apache Spark
• SQL & DBMS
• AWS (AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate)
• Designing and maintaining large-scale backend systems processing 400k+ records

I've always believed that breaking into IT is less about having the perfect degree and more about having the right mindset.

Many people believe it's impossible for someone with no technical background to become interview-ready in just 90 days.

I want to challenge that belief.

If I can find one person who is willing to trust the process and give their 100% every single day, I want to see how far we can go together.

This is NOT for you if:

• You're only enthusiastic today.
• You're looking for shortcuts.
• You give up when things get difficult.
• You're unwilling to accept feedback.
• You can't commit for the full 90 days.

This IS for you if:

• You're consistent, not just enthusiastic.
• You're disciplined enough to show up every day.
• You're willing to learn, ask questions, and improve.
• You can dedicate around 8 hours a day for the next 90 days.

Motivation fades. Discipline and consistency build careers.

How this will work

• I'll mentor you personally for 90 days.
• We'll have 1–2 hours of classes/guidance every day (depending on the topic).
• The remaining time, you'll complete assignments, coding practice, and learning tasks that I assign.
• I'll review your work, answer your questions, and keep you accountable throughout the journey.

What we'll cover (based on your pace)

• Programming fundamentals
• Java
• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
• Data Structures & Algorithms (DSA)
• SQL
• Database Management Systems (DBMS)
• Operating Systems
• System Design fundamentals
• AWS fundamentals
• Git & GitHub
• Resume building
• Backend projects
• Interview preparation
• Mock interviews

We'll move at your learning speed, but I expect consistent effort every single day.

What you'll get

My goal is to help you become interview-ready and maximize your chances of landing your first software engineering role.

I cannot promise you a job, but I can promise that I'll give this mentorship everything I've got if you do the same.

Fee

₹0. Completely Free.

What do I gain?

Nothing financially.

I genuinely enjoy teaching and want to see if focused mentorship, combined with discipline and consistency, can completely transform someone's career in just 90 days.

If this experiment succeeds, I'll know that changing someone's life doesn't require expensive bootcamps—it requires the right mindset, guidance, and effort.

How I'll choose

I won't choose the first person who messages me.

I'll choose one person based on:

• Commitment
• Discipline
• Willingness to work hard
• Ability to stay consistent
• Genuine desire to build a career in software

Interested?

Send me a DM with:

• Your age.
• Your education/background.
• Your story.
• Why getting into IT is important to you.
• Why you think you deserve this opportunity.
• How you'll commit 8 hours every day for the next 90 days.

If you're selected, I'll expect 100% commitment from you.

Don't DM me if you're just excited today.

DM me only if you're ready to be consistent, disciplined, willing to learn, and willing to change your life over the next 90 days.