Part of the WTIA’s mission is to grow a strong and sustainable workforce, which means we’re passionate about keeping local talent plugged into our state’s technology industry. In addition to our job board, every Wednesday we’ll be keeping you connected to Washington’s job market with the latest in local hiring news.
Wheelhouse Search Digital Search Marketing Agency is Looking to Expand its Team
Wheelhouse Search | Joe Cohen | May 5
“40 hours of your week spent on waterfront property overlooking one of the most popular and beautiful neighborhoods in Seattle. Add some espresso, free food, amazing coworkers, a ping pong table, and a … drone? Sure, we guess you can fly the drone. We’re talking about Wheelhouse Search, a digital search marketing agency that does things a bit differently. Our goal is to foster an engaging, generous, and constructive work atmosphere that benefits both our clients and our employees. And we’re looking to add to our talented ranks! So who are you? There are a few characteristics we’re looking for: you’re a nice person, you’re flexible, you’re talented, you’re willing to learn more, and you like to have fun. If our values resonate with you – and you think you’d fit well into our story – take a look at ouropen positions. Let us know why you’d be a great addition to our team!”
For Some Long-term Unemployed, Hope Arises: A job Audition
KOMO News | Christopher Rugaberap | May 6
http://www.komonews.com/news/business/For-some-long-term-unemployed-hope-arises-A-job-audition-302791891.html
“Platform to Employment provides job-search training before arranging subsidized auditions. This eliminates any risk to employers while giving the jobless an opening to prove themselves. Evidence from companies that have used Platform have raised hopes for people who have endured prolonged unemployment. Some have impressed and surprised employers with their adaptability.”
Gritty Seattle Startup Draws Silicon Valley Investors’ Attention
Puget Sound Business Journal | Jacob Demmitt | May 4
http://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/blog/techflash/2015/05/gritty-seattle-startup-draws-silicon-valley.html
“On Monday Outreach announced $2.4 million in fresh funding from investors. The young company is part of the growing number of Seattle startups to attract early stage funding from California investment firms. San Francisco-based MHS Capital led the round and Palo Alto-based Floodgate also participated. MHS Capital invested in Seattle companies Simply Measured and Julep. Outreach now has 20 employees at its Seattle headquarters and plans to expand.”
Latest local job postings at Outreach.io
Job Skills for Tech Pros: 4 of the Fastest-Trending
Tech Republic | Erin Carson | May 1
http://www.techrepublic.com/article/job-skills-for-tech-pros-4-of-the-fastest-trending/
“So, surely you’ve noticed this, but tech moves pretty fast. And being the hardworking and concerned technology professional that you are, you’re probably always keeping one eye on how to stay current. Or at least you should be. Lucky for you, Dice has just released its list of the fastest-trending tech skills for tech pros.”
Tech Employment: More Diverse Than You Think
Wall Street Journal | Lauren Weber | Apr. 30
http://blogs.wsj.com/atwork/2015/04/30/tech-employment-is-more-diverse-than-you-think/
“The Washington think tank found that in 2014, black and Hispanic workers comprised more than 12% of total tech employment, compared to 9% in 2009. Partly due to the low base they were starting at, the number of black college graduates in tech jobs grew by 58% during that time, with large increases among computer programmers, software developers, database administrators, and network and computer systems analysts. Hispanic employment in tech jobs rose by 103%. ‘It turns out that tech is not just a small elitist sector that offers few jobs and hires only white and Asian super-nerds,’ wrote the authors.”
Seattle Cloud Startup Azuqua Inks Lease in Pioneer Square, Taps New Marketing Chief
GeekWire | John Cook | Apr. 29
http://www.geekwire.com/2015/seattle-cloud-startup-azuqua-inks-lease-in-pioneer-square-taps-new-chief-marketing-officer/
“Azuqua, a fast-growing Seattle startup that helps businesses connect different cloud services to each other, has inked a lease for 6,000 square-feet of office space at 619 Western in Pioneer Square, joining a number of other tech companies in the renovated former artist loft space. The new space represents a four-fold increase over the company’s previous offices at 321 3rd Ave S. Azuqua, which raised $5 million from Ignition Partners and others last year, is growing fast. The company has doubled its staff to 25 employees since October, and it continues to grow. It plans to move into the new space on May 1.”
Latest Local Job Postings for Azuqua
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