Cracking the code to success with the right IT talent

A peek into the top technology skills in high demand

One relevant technological innovation of today can label your yesterday a distant past, as it will immerse you completely in the new, more efficient way of doing things. Like how the launch of mobile phones caused serious threat to landline phones in a common household. Then smartphones did the same to feature phones. But pagers could not create the same impact. If you are a millennial, you would know what a pager was. If you do not know then do know it is forgotten for good. If you are thinking what makes a technological solution relevant? It is its ability to solve a real problem or do something in a more efficient way. Its ability to solve something for you allows it to enter your personal space and become a part of your daily life. So, where does this “ability” come from? It comes from the programming language- coding that allows your favorite hardware or software to get your job done the way you want it.

Today, technology has invaded every industry from aerospace, automobiles to toothbrushes! Do you know, your mobile phone today has more computing power than NASA had for planning and landing Apollo 11 on the Moon in 1969! Humanity has come a long way in digitizing the world and yet there is so much more to be explored. Capturing all such promises of an exciting future aided with technology all around, programming languages continue to be the most-demanded skill and career options for many.

The growing demand of programing languages

Industries across the globe are fast evolving, thanks to frequent technology upgrades, and so are the job profiles. In fact, a research report declares how the jobs in next 10 years will change drastically from what we have today. And all of this will be a result of ubiquitous smart devices and advanced technical capabilities. Most of our colleagues would be machines and robots solving problems just like us or better than us. But it all starts from today and here is what rules the programming language world presently that will shape our tomorrow - JavaScript, Java, Python and React.js. The demand for these programming languages is at an all-time high. Let us dive deeper into what and why when it comes to popularity of each of these languages.

JavaScript:

JS empowers developers to create dynamic and vibrant web pages. Any web page or website that does more than displaying content, such as interactive maps, animation, or other types of motion activities, it is because of JS. It is the language that makes websites come to life, and it continues to be in high demand. According to the 2022 Stack Overflow Developer Survey,  JavaScript marks tenth year in a row as the most used programming language.
The demand for JavaScript developers is driven by the need for rich and engaging user experiences on the web. JavaScript is used for a wide range of applications, from simple forms to complex interactive games, and it is a critical skill for front-end web development. Companies in industries such as e-commerce, advertising, and entertainment, are among the biggest employers of JavaScript developers. 

Java:

It is one of the most used programming languages in the world. It is easy to learn and apply for solving complex problems. Java comes with a goldmine of APIs that are building blocks for any application! Its use cases have now expanded to data sciences, machine learning, etc. According to the 2020 Stack Overflow Developer Survey, Java was the second most popular programming language among professional developers and the second most used language overall. The survey also indicated that Java is a top-five language in terms of hiring demand. The demand for Java developers is driven by the need for robust and scalable applications, especially in large enterprises. Java is known for its reliability, security, and scalability, which makes it an ideal choice for developing mission-critical applications. Companies in industries such as finance, healthcare, and retail, are among the biggest employers of Java developers. 

Python:

Python’s structure is like that of human language. Students learn it quickly and get started with development earlier than other languages. It is popular for its extensive web development libraries and frameworks. It is a high-level, interpreted programming language that is widely used for scientific computing, data analysis, and machine learning. It is a versatile language that can be used for a wide range of applications, including web development, scientific computing, and artificial intelligence. According to the 2022 Stack Overflow Developer Survey, Python emerged as one the most wanted technology with TypeScript running a close second.
The demand for Python developers is driven by the growing need for data analysis and machine learning. Python is known for its simplicity and readability, which makes it an excellent choice for developing machine learning algorithms and data analysis pipelines. Companies in industries such as finance, healthcare, and technology, are among the biggest employers of Python developers. 

React.js:

It draws its popularity from being an easy-to-learn language and its ability to offer a robust and dynamic output. It demands less maintenance and delivers outputs quickly. React.js is a JavaScript library for building user interfaces that is widely used for developing front-end applications. It is known for its performance, flexibility, and ease of use, and it is a highly sought-after skill in the tech industry. According to the 2022 Stack Overflow Developer Survey, React.js completes its fifth year as most wanted. 
The demand for React.js developers is driven by the need for rich and engaging user experiences on the web. React.js allows developers to build complex user interfaces with ease, and it is a critical skill for front-end web development. Companies in industries such as e-commerce, advertising, and entertainment, are among the biggest employers of React.js developers. 

Current market challenges

Technology promises an exciting future for companies in which their offerings and customer communication will transform significantly. However, the current market challenges are too deep for the firms to immerse themselves in this future prediction without worries. The rate at which companies are willing to innovate and leap forward outweighs the talent availability in the market. Many situations propelling in the market are not favorable for the growth and expectations of the companies. Some of the situations include candidates appearing for too many interviews without understanding the relevance of the company, their vision, etc. In most cases, salary package becomes the primary concern for both candidates and companies to close the positions. Other factors such as cultural fit, a long-term vision of the role, etc. have taken a back seat, severely impacting the quality of hiring as well as work. Also, it has become common for companies to experience last minute backouts from suitable candidates right on the day of joining.

Purpose-led youth changemakers

Another situation picking up pace is the increasing number of dropouts with deep knowledge in the IT development segment to set up their own companies. Students as young as 14 years old are well-versed with coding languages and are eager to dive into money-making opportunities. However, money may not be their primary objective as much as the will to do something different and be successful. A few years ago, these students happily accepted job opportunities offered by the companies and managed studies alongside their work. An example of this was seen in India back in 2011, when Sindhuja Rajaraman, aged 14, was hired as a CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of a Chennai-based company. However, today, the creative risk involved in being an “entrepreneur” (that too a profitable one) precedes all other money-making opportunities. Jobs are mostly looked at as a fallback option. The pros and cons of this situation are highly debatable, but surely it does take away a large section of the top-talent or potential top talent away from the reach of the existing companies.

Bridging the gap to the promise land

To fix the problem of talent shortage, many companies are sharply focusing on upskilling. The more rewarding upskilling initiative for companies is upgrading the knowledge and capabilities of their existing employees. However, some companies are also focusing on hiring candidates who are culturally fit as per their work ethics and then investing in them for upskilling.

Another crucial step that many companies take is to partner with the right talent acquisition companies that help them source the perfect fit. PERSOLKELLY India is a highly capable HR (Human Resources) solution specialist and works as a strategic business partner. Our differentiators are:

1. We work with the focus of not just finding the candidates with the right skills but also connecting with them to gauge their interest related to many factors that contribute to stable and long-term hiring for our partner firms.
2. A dedicated SPOC aligns the candidate's interests with the purpose and vision of the partner firms. The SPOC fills all the knowledge gaps that a suitable candidate has for our partner firms.
3. With this process, PERSOLKELLY infuses the purpose of partner firms strongly into every action and communication.
4. Partner companies of all kinds thoroughly appreciate the success of our process, especially when the objective is to build an entirely new team with the right talent.

PERSOLKELLY has helped clients with comprehensive and strategic workforce solutions across the APAC region for over 40 years now. Leveraging the technology set up we have built, PERSOLKELLY has access to the resumes of finest talent pool from various sources. Once on a project, an entire team is dedicated to follow a meticulous process for evaluating the candidates and update progress within 24 hours. Our teams are highly specialized and work with a purposeful mindset to spot the right and suitable talents for our partner firms.

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