Happy New Year! 2017 is on the horizon, and we want you to be in the best shape possible to land your next engineering contract role in the Silicon Valley. Last year we put out a blog that included 6 technologies to learn to secure a gig in 2016. We updated our list for 2017 to… Read more »
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3 Easy Mistakes Managers Make When Searching for an Engineering Consultant
When you’ve got a project that needs to be completed, deadlines to meet, and a skill set missing from your team, many engineering managers turn to a technical consultant to fill the spot. Contract engineers can be a valuable asset to any engineering team, if they’re the right fit for the role. How can you… Read more »
6 technologies that will land you an engineering contract gig in 2016
Silicon Valley engineering teams are gearing up for 2016! We’ve come up with a list of skills and technologies engineering managers will be looking for in the coming year. Not all of these skills are new technologies like Swift or Coffeescript. Some are long tried-and-true like Python Test Automation and ASIC Verification. They all… Read more »
Do you need an engineering consultant? 4 ways to find out
Do you need an engineering consultant? Use our checklist to find out! One of the largest growing trends in Silicon Valley staffing is the usage of software and hardware talent on a contract basis. Contract engineering jobs are becoming more and more popular, largely based upon the benefits it brings to both the engineer and… Read more »
Don’t forget these simple tips in your next consultant interview
Chances are, as a consultant, you’ve done your fair share of interviews. Interviews can easily be the most nerve-wracking part of the job search process, even for a seasoned consultant. We’ve all heard the horror stories… accidentally insulting the interviewer, spilling your coffee on the table, or forgetting to turn off your ringtone… the embarrassing… Read more »
How to Create a Killer Engineering Resume
Your resume is your chance to make a first impression on a hiring manager. It’s your opportunity to distinguish yourself from the hundreds of applications that a manager might get daily. There are plenty of Software Developers and Hardware Engineers in the Silicon Valley, so it is of the utmost importance that your resume does… Read more »
Benefits of Becoming a Consultant
Would you rather take a one-year contract or a full-time, long-term position? For many people in the Silicon Valley, especially those in the technology industry, the answer is “a one-year contract”. But why on earth would anyone choose a short-term role over a full-time one? The answer is simple: Exposure. Exposure to the latest technology,… Read more »
5 benefits of working with a consulting firm
You may have worked with staffing agencies or consulting firms and found that most consultants are quick to share the good, bad and ugly when discussing them. In this article we discuss the 5 benefits of working with a consulting firm. When you were a kid, did you dream of a future with flying… Read more »