Looking For a Job in Tech? Start With These Job Boards

You’ve worked hard to brush up on your skills, put together a portfolio, finesse your resume, and build a website showing off your qualifications. And now, it’s time to land your dream role — after tracking down said role, of course. The thing is, there are so many different job boards out there, it can be hard to know where to begin your search. Each one has a slightly different focus — some are more optimized for tech jobs than others, for example — so you might want to try out a few before deciding which ones are worth your precious time.

Take a look at some of the best job boards out there for tech opportunities and tips for making the most of each one.

Indeed

Obviously, Indeed isn’t just for tech jobs. But it’s the biggest job board out there, so it’s worth an initial search. You can easily make a profile, upload a resume, and customize each application you send out. If your goal is to cast a wide net, Indeed is easily one of the best job search engines out there due to the sheer volume of postings — just tailor  your search to the roles you’re looking for, and you’re ready to go.

LinkedIn

Like Indeed, LinkedIn isn’t exclusively focused on tech. While it does take some time to set up a good, attention-grabbing LinkedIn profile, it’s worth the effort. For one, it’s basically a prerequisite stand-in for your resume if you have or are looking for an office job. But also, you can use it for networking as well as job searching, thanks to the ability to connect with other people on it. LinkedIn’s job board makes it easy to find positions to apply to, and once you have your profile set up, it just takes a few clicks to apply.

You can make your LinkedIn profile stand out by adding any certifications you have, including any Codecademy ones. (We have the instructions on how to do so here.) Haven’t taken one of our courses? Check out our catalog for courses for every skill level, whether you want to learn or brush up on a programming language like JavaScript or learn the skills for a specific career path, like Front-End Engineer.

Built In

If you’re looking for something more specifically tech-based, Built In is one of your best options. It’s a network of online communities for tech companies and startups, and you can make a profile and find companies that share your specific values, like work-life balance or diversity and inclusion. Plus, there are local versions of the site as well as a national one, so you can tailor your search to specific locations and even specify that you’re looking for remote jobs.

Dice

Dice is one of the best job boards exclusively focused on tech. It has handy features, like being able to search with specific criteria, such as salary, to find positions that make the most sense for you. You can also set your profile to show that you’re just browsing if you’re not quite ready to be approached by prospective employers yet.

Tech Ladies

Tech Ladies is more than just a job board— it also offers community and events to support its members. Its membership is open to all marginalized people in tech, including women, trans people, and nonbinary folks. It’s free to join and offers webinars, a secret jobs page for members, and a supportive online community where you can network.

Wellfound

Like the idea of working with a start-up? Wellfound (formerly known as AngelList Talent) is the place to go. It’s a massive start-up hiring platform; and while it’s not exclusively focused on tech, many start-ups are either tech companies or heavily focused on tech and can offer jobs in the industry. You can set up a single profile that you use to apply for any jobs you’re interested in.

CrunchBoard

If you’re familiar with TechCrunch, CrunchBoard is its job board. It’s easy to navigate; and while it doesn’t have the bells and whistles of some sites (like the ability to network), it’s still worth a look. It also marks certain postings as urgent, which could help guide your application process, whether or not you’re looking to find a job in a time crunch.

Remote.co

Find a position that let’s you WFH forever on the job board Remote.co. If you’re not actively job hunting, exploring Remote.co is a great way to discover careers and companies that are remote-friendly. Read this blog for more tips on how to find a remote job.

Hacker News

If you regularly check the Y Combinator newsfeed Hacker News, don’t forget to explore the “jobs” tab. You’ll find up-to-date posts about recent job openings at companies that YC has funded. Job seekers can also make a profile so YC founders can contact you about job opportunities.

Preparing for your search

Before you dive into your job search, it’s a good idea to take some steps to prepare. Here are a few things you can do to help make sure you’ll get noticed by recruiters:

Brush up on your skills

Has it been a minute since you’ve utilized some of your skills? Or is a dream employer looking for a specific skill you’re not 100% comfortable using? You can brush up with a few classes, like our courses on Python, JavaScript, Ruby, SQL, and even cybersecurity. Feeling confident in your skillset can make the job-search process much more seamless and less anxiety-inducing. Also be sure to check out our new professional skills courses that cover topics like communication, problem-solving, presenting, and more.

Develop a portfolio

A portfolio is a website that showcases what you can do. The idea is to make it attention-grabbing without being overwhelming. Think of it like a visual resume. Basically, it should have a page listing your skills, a list of projects, and an About page with information about your experience and contact info.

Need some help getting started? Take a look at our guide on building a technical portfolio as well as our collection of Portfolio Projects. Then watch the video below to learn how to create a technical portfolio with HTML and CSS. (And Part 2 if you want to add some bonus features.)

Check your resume

Once you come across a job opening that looks appealing, be sure to use our job-readiness checker to see how the skills and experience on your resume stack up against the job description.

Prep for the interview

As with any job interview, you’ll want to prepare by thinking of your answers to common interview questions. With tech positions, you’ll also have a technical interview, which typically involves solving a specific problem in real-time during the interview. You might use a code editor or write your code on a whiteboard, for example.

It’s also important to remember that while interviews may be nerve-wracking, they’re your opportunity to showcase your problem-solving skills and get a feel for the job. You can practice responding to common interview questions in writing or out loud with our Interview Simulator. We’ll give you personalized feedback about how you can improve each round.

If you have a hard time solving a problem during the interview, don’t stress — there are still ways to convince your interviewer that you know what you’re doing. For example, Codecademy learner Doug Henderson shared: “I couldn’t actually solve the problem during the interview; I would have had to Google it. But I knew exactly where the problem was, and I was very transparent and told the CTO, ‘Hey, I know this isn’t working because this is here and this is wrong. Without Googling it, I can’t fix it, but I’m sure if I Googled it, I could fix it in 5 minutes.’ So then I walked through why it was wrong, what the behavior was, and what the behavior should be.”

Want more interview prep? Take a look at some of our interview-focused courses:

• Pass the Technical Interview with Python
• Pass the Technical Interview with Java
• Pass the Technical Interview with JavaScript

Each course offers a deep dive into getting prepared for a technical interview. These skill paths are for those who are already familiar and experienced with programming languages. We’ll teach you how to apply these languages to classic problems so you can demonstrate what you know. If, however, you’re looking to begin your journey into programming languages, we have courses for that, too.

Just remember: It’s totally possible to find a job that fulfills you both personally and professionally. With a little research and prep, you can apply with confidence.

Whether you’re looking to break into a new career, build your technical skills, or just code for fun, we’re here to help every step of the way. Check out our blog post about how to choose the best Codecademy plan for you to learn about our structured courses, professional certifications, interview prep resources, career services, and more.

This blog was originally published in July 2022 and has been updated to include additional job boards and job search features.

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