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Topic: hiring tips and insights

Introducing OfferZen Embedded – recruitment on easy mode

We’ve been testing a new service at OfferZen for the last few months. It’s called OfferZen Embedded. Here's how it supports companies with end-to-end recruitmen...

by Philip Joubert

Topic: hiring tips and insights

How to set salaries that attract and retain top talent

Here, we look at how companies and developers can navigate salary conversations to find the right fit.

by Nikki Smith

Topic: tech career insights

Dev Nation Survey Sneak Peek: 3 Trends for South African tech in 2025

Here’s a sneak peek from the 2025 Dev Nation Survey data of three emerging trends.

by Brett Jones

Topic: tech career insights

3 Predictions for South African Tech in 2025

To help bring much-needed transparency to our community, we’ve launched our 6th annual 2025 State of the Developer Nation survey. Here are our top 3 predictions...

by Brett Jones

Topic: tech career insights

South African software developer salary trends over the last 4 years

Here, we unpack salary trends using data from over 18685 software developers and explore why salary transparency is even more important moving forward.

by Josh Nel

Topic: hiring tips and insights

Technical assessment best practices to hire the right fit for your role

Here, we discuss technical assessment best practices for finding top talent.

by Nikki Smith

Topic: hiring tips and insights

Myth busted: Experienced devs are on the market – if you know where to look

Here, we look at OfferZen platform data to show that there are experienced candidates on the market.

by Josh Nel

Topic: hiring tips and insights

Beyond the CV: Skills-based hiring for developers

In a recent panel discussion we unpacked skills-based hiring best practices that hiring managers can implement to identify and hire developers.

by Alexandra Hanson

Topic: hiring tips and insights

How to engage with AI for a competitive edge

Here, we explore how to strategise AI integration, build an AI-ready team and measure the success of your initiatives.

by Alexandra Hanson

Topic: hiring tips and insights

Mythbusted: Developers are willing to work on-site for the right offer

Here, we look at OfferZen platform data to show that companies can find potential team members open to on-site work.

by Josh Nel

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