Qubit Labs (https://qubit-labs.com/) offers a comprehensive range of services, including IT staff augmentation, building dedicated teams, hiring dedicated developers, setting up R&D centers, and establishing ODCs. We hire in ten locations and source the best talent to suit business needs. Why do companies hire in the Netherlands? This country is known for its innovative economy and a vast pool of experts proficient in JavaScript, .NET, C#, and C++.
However, what are the peculiarities of the Dutch IT landscape? What is the minimum wage in the Netherlands? How long is the interview process? What are social benefits? What is unique about the local work culture? We discussed these and many other questions with Maria Perchenko (https://www.instagram.com/mariaperchenko/), TechScout.tech Founder, International TECH Recruiter, HR, and career consultant. You can also check out Maria’s relocation guide https://www.techscout.tech/products

What you will learn:

Are there any peculiarities of the Dutch IT market compared to Western Europe or the USA? What are some advantages of hiring in this region?
Which IT industries do most developers work in? What is the most popular tech stack?
Can you please walk us through the usual interview process for a tech job in the Netherlands? 
How do salaries differ in the Netherlands compared to other countries?
What social benefits are typically offered to software developers in the Netherlands?
What is the usual number of paid vacation days and paid sick days?
How are companies in the tech sector in the Netherlands addressing diversity, equality, and inclusion in their hiring practices? What is their workplace culture? What challenges or successes have they encountered?
Is there anything else you would like to add about the hiring process in the Netherlands?

Peculiarities of Hiring Tech Talent in the Netherlands

Qubit Labs (https://qubit-labs.com/) provides a full range of services, including IT staff augmentation, dedicated teams, and R&D centers across 10 global locations. We source the best talent to meet your business needs. 
In this episode, we discuss the specifics of tech scene in Portugal, a country quickly gaining recognition for its booming tech ecosystem and talented developers. Our guest today,  Juan Diego Zulliger, experienced  Blue Fielders Freelance Tech Recruiter, shares his insider knowledge on the uniques aspects of Portugal's tech talent landscape, including the hiring process and local work culture.
Tune in to discover everything from the most popular tech stacks and industries to salary comparisons and the specifics of hiring in Portugal. Whether you're looking to build your tech team or explore new markets, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
What you will learn: 
 - What are the peculiarities of the Portuguese developers compared to the US, Europe, or other countries? 
 - Which IT industries do most of the developers in Portugal work in? 
- What are the most popular tech stacks among Portuguese developers? Which tech stacks are most in demand? 
 - How much time does it usually take to fill in a position in Portugal?
- How many rounds do interviews usually have? 
 - Are there any specific topics that are considered impolite to discuss in the interviews? 
- What is the usual social package for a Portuguese developer? 
- How many paid holidays and sick leaves do developers in Portugal usually have? 
- What’s the most common format of work - onsite, remote, or hybrid? 
 - What are the most common stereotypes that European/ US companies have about Portuguese developers? 
- Is there anything else we should know about the hiring process for software developers in Portugal?

What you should know about hiring developers in Portugal: | HR & Recruiting Expertise | Episode 2

Season 2 Episode #5: In this episode of Tech Effect, we meet Chris Woods. Chris has over 16 years of experience in the delivery of global executive search & selection assignments for high-profile blue-chip clients, having worked for the likes of Santander, Vodafone, Saudi Aramco, Dell, Omio, and BeReal. He has also made the transition from Tech Talent Lead to VP of Operations at Prelude, a company that specialises in advancing SMS and OTP verification infrastructure. Join us as Chris takes us through his journey and delivers his insights on what to look out for when it comes to tech talent, effectively empowering teams with AI, SMS & OTP verification, and how Prelude became such a success.

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# 24 Chris Woods (Ex-BeReal, Operations VP at Prelude): Solving Problems For Fast-Growing Companies

Season 2 Episode #6: In this episode of Tech Effect, we meet Pekka Pönkänen. Pekka has 10 years of experience in software testing and is the QA Competence Lead at Wolt. A Global, Helsinki-based technology company that has developed a local commerce platform that connects people looking to order food, groceries, and other goods. Pekka has been touring Europe, talking at tech conferences to explain how his quality-first mindset has transformed Wolts' mobile release process. So join us in this episode, where Pekka takes us through his testing journey, explains how Wolt is able to maintain quality as it keeps scaling, the importance of integrating QA into the Software Development Life-Cycle, how to combat long release cycles, and the skills QA professionals need in the age of AI.

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# 25 Pekka Pönkänen (Wolt): Maintaining Quality While Scaling: Wolt's Experience

Season 2 Episode #7: In this episode of Tech Effect, we meet Danny Preussler. Danny has over 25 years of experience in software development and is a full-stack engineer at SoundCloud. Which many people know as the online audio and music streaming platform that allows users to upload, share, and listen to music, podcasts, and DJ sets. Danny’s time in the software development scene has seen him jump from a dedicated Android Developer to a Full-Stack Engineer. With experience at eBay, Groupon, and Viacom International Media Networks, Danny joins us in this episode to take us through his journey, covering everything from career changes, AI, testing in the media streaming industry, and beyond.

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# 26 Danny Preussler (SoundCloud): From Android to Full Stack & Everything In-between

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