State of the Market

[oliverson]

has the rain stopped yet?

Sadly not, in fact, we currently have Storm Laurence. But not only that...

Tornado warnings are issued for southern Spain as Storm Laurence wreaks havoc – including on the Costa del Sol

Just couldn't make it up could you?

[SussexSeagull]

I have said it before but it will post it again - increasingly its not a person reading your profile or your CV, its an AI algo.

If you cant do it yourself you need to pay someone to optimise both your CV and linked-in profile for an AI algo.

For agencies this is how it seems to be working:

Once the AI algo flags you in linked in, the drone-bot recruiter (a human on minimum wage) will do an intro chat with you and ask for your CV.

Once the CV is taken it is then fed into the recruiters internal SaaS AI Algo (not on linkedin), the algo will then tell the drone, based on your CV whether to create a profile to give to their account manager.

If the AI generates an incorrect conclusion from your CV you will be binned off and the drone won't re-initiate contact with you as the drone is busy with the CV's that the AI flagged as good.

If you want to test out your own profile, use linked in premium, go to the jobs section, find a job that is pretty much a perfect match for you (in principle) and click on the linked-in AI assistant button, ask it to do an assessment and see what it gives you back. If it returns bad news, your linked in profile needs tweaking.

I think we are heading to an era where AI interfacing with AI is going to decide who gets near job.

Some might call it progress but I am inclined to disagree.

[avonleigh]

How do they get away with this? Shocking.

Product Tester
Northampton
Rate	£110 - £120 per day
Type	Contract
Posted By	IO Associates
Contact	Abhinav Patial
Telephone	+44 117 284 0824
Reference	JS-BBBH157183
Posted	2 hours ago

Job Title: Product Tester

Duration: 12 months to start with

Location: Northampton (Hybrid)
Rate: Up to £120 Per Day Inside IR35

Job Description:
We are looking for a skilled Product Tester to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in software testing, with expertise in both manual and automated testing using tools such as Karate and Cucumber. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and executing testing strategies to ensure software quality, performance, and user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute test strategies for software validation.
• Conduct requirements analysis, defect analysis, and risk assessment.
• Utilize test automation tools to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in digital and technology transformation.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in software testing.
• Strong knowledge of Manual & Automated Testing.
• Experience with Karate and Cucumber testing frameworks.
• Proficiency in Test Engineering, Defects Analysis, and Test Automation.

Candidates must have valid UK work authorization without visa sponsorship.

If you meet the criteria and are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your updated CV.

[oliverson]

How do they get away with this? Shocking.

Product Tester
Northampton
Rate	£110 - £120 per day
Type	Contract
Posted By	IO Associates
Contact	Abhinav Patial
Telephone	+44 117 284 0824
Reference	JS-BBBH157183
Posted	2 hours ago

Job Title: Product Tester

Duration: 12 months to start with

Location: Northampton (Hybrid)
Rate: Up to £120 Per Day Inside IR35

Job Description:
We are looking for a skilled Product Tester to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in software testing, with expertise in both manual and automated testing using tools such as Karate and Cucumber. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and executing testing strategies to ensure software quality, performance, and user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute test strategies for software validation.
• Conduct requirements analysis, defect analysis, and risk assessment.
• Utilize test automation tools to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in digital and technology transformation.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in software testing.
• Strong knowledge of Manual & Automated Testing.
• Experience with Karate and Cucumber testing frameworks.
• Proficiency in Test Engineering, Defects Analysis, and Test Automation.

Candidates must have valid UK work authorization without visa sponsorship.

If you meet the criteria and are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your updated CV.

One for the 'How low can you go?' thread maybe?

[SussexSeagull]

Had literally never heard of the Karate testing framework before I read that, so not exactly widely used tech either.

[SchumiStars]

Had literally never heard of the Karate testing framework before I read that, so not exactly widely used tech either.

I thought that was something to do with Cobra Kai?

[SchumiStars]

Why don't you become a personal trainer? I think you'd be much happier.

qh

I really do enjoy the challenge of software development. Bit easier these days, but nevertheless still love it.

PT, is not easy. Having to find clients, keeping a busy order book and then also being fit. There is a reason why PTs don't drive supercars.

And whilst difficult in it own right, does not offer the mental stimulation I require.

I enjoy difficult programs, I like challenging requirements. Sadly all a bit easier these days, rockstar programmers can be replaced with bodies and are getting fewer and rarer by the day.

TV repairs used to be an art form. However now they are just a throw away commodity and easily replaceable.

Companies such as Amazon, ebay, netflix rarely go outside for contractors, they have the skills in-house. They can train youngsters, give them a low salary and a phat pension to keep them hold of for 20yrs.

It's been 2yrs with no want, need or desire from enterprises to go back to UKC.ltd.

Face it boys, we are grandfather clocks in a digital world .

[TheDude]

PT, is not easy. Having to find clients, keeping a busy order book and then also being fit. There is a reason why PTs don't drive supercars.

It's because every gym bro has a side hustle dispensing unqualified advice on social media.

[avonleigh]

Had literally never heard of the Karate testing framework before I read that, so not exactly widely used tech either.

Me neither. Great rate for niche skills eh? lol

[avonleigh]

I really do enjoy the challenge of software development. Bit easier these days, but nevertheless still love it.

PT, is not easy. Having to find clients, keeping a busy order book and then also being fit. There is a reason why PTs don't drive supercars.

And whilst difficult in it own right, does not offer the mental stimulation I require.

I enjoy difficult programs, I like challenging requirements. Sadly all a bit easier these days, rockstar programmers can be replaced with bodies and are getting fewer and rarer by the day.

TV repairs used to be an art form. However now they are just a throw away commodity and easily replaceable.

Companies such as Amazon, ebay, netflix rarely go outside for contractors, they have the skills in-house. They can train youngsters, give them a low salary and a phat pension to keep them hold of for 20yrs.

It's been 2yrs with no want, need or desire from enterprises to go back to UKC.ltd.

Face it boys, we are grandfather clocks in a digital world .

PT has to be one of the worst professions. It's very badly paid and people don't stay in it long. I have been in gyms for last 20+ years. Amount of PT's who have left during that time is staggering. Only ones who make money are the ones who may have a few celeb clients.