Software Engineer Recruiting Insights Question Title * 1. Where are you located (closest major metropolitan area)? Question Title * 2. Which of the following best describes your job function? Back-end engineer Front-end engineer Web-design engineer Other (please specify) Question Title * 3. Of the software engineering jobs you have held over the past five years, how many have you applied to directly (as opposed to having a recruiter introduce the opportunity to you)? 0 1 2 3 4 5+ Question Title * 4. On average, how many recruiters would you estimate reach out to you about new job opportunities on a monthly basis? 0-3 3-5 5-10 Over 10 Question Title * 5. What’s the best way for a recruiter to contact you about a new job opportunity? E-mail Phone Through social media (Twitter, LinkeIn, etc.) At Meetups and other events I prefer to not be contacted by recruiters Question Title * 6. What factor matters most when deciding whether or not to respond to a recruiter’s initial outreach? The personalization of the message The relevancy of the position to your background Your interest in the company Some indication that the compensation package will meet your expectations Persistency; the recruiter has followed up several times I rarely respond to recruiters Question Title * 7. What one factor is MOST likely to determine whether or not you accept a new position? Competitive compensation Opportunity for career growth Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology Desirable company culture Ability to work remotely / flexible schedule Benefits package Ability to work independently Opportunity to work in a Scrum or other agile environment Other (please specify) Question Title * 8. What one factor is most likely to matter LEAST in determining whether or not you accept a new position? Competitive compensation Opportunity for career growth Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology Desirable company culture Ability to work remotely / flexible schedule Benefits package Ability to work independently Opportunity to work in a Scrum or other agile environment Other (please specify) Question Title * 9. Which of the following factors matters most when deciding whether or not to stay with a company long term? Regular and competitive increases in compensation Opportunity for career growth Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology Desirable company culture Ability to work remotely / flexible schedule Benefits package Ability to work independently Opportunity to work in a Scrum or other agile environment Other (please specify) Done