Why Developers Don't Care About Your Employer Brand and How to Fix it

What if your best recruiters were already on your engineering team? Discover how to build an employer brand that developers actually trust.

#1about 7 minutes

The shift from big brands to individual developer needs

Employer branding is moving away from the generic allure of big tech towards personalization, salary transparency, and building genuine trust with developers.

#2about 5 minutes

Moving from short-term campaigns to long-term trust

Effective employer branding requires a long-term strategy focused on building trust and stable relationships, rather than short-lived marketing campaigns.

#3about 8 minutes

How to create authentic content developers trust

Build credibility by involving your own developers in content creation and honestly showcasing both successes and failures in formats like podcasts or live shows.

#4about 12 minutes

Bridging the communication gap between HR and developers

Improve recruiting and retention by aligning HR processes with developer needs and sending technical staff to represent the company at events.

#5about 5 minutes

Using employee advocacy to attract new talent

Empower your current developers to act as authentic ambassadors for your brand, as building a new community from scratch requires a massive long-term commitment.

#6about 6 minutes

Elevating HR to a strategic people-focused function

HR must evolve from a reactive function into a strategic partner by developing a clear people strategy and offering benefits that genuinely support employees.