In the UK, I've noticed more companies moving to Entry -> Junior -> Mid-level -> Senior. To me, this makes sense, as it allows easier access for people re-trai

In the UK, I've noticed more companies moving to Entry -> Junior -> Mid-level -> Senior. To me, this makes sense, as it allows easier access for people re-training or coming in outside of school without a degree. Graduates come into junior roles due to their degree, whereas school leavers or those that have re-trained spend some time as an entry-level developer. I've worked with a few entry-level developers, and they've worked their way up through companies to land senior-level roles in a few years. Sure, it took them a bit longer than a university graduate, but there was a route into the industry for them. It was a bog-standard job (agency dev for clients) but when opportunities are few and far between it's a great way to get passionate people in.