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Maybe change the candidate requirements to ask for Python or Ruby knowledge, even if it's not required for the actual job. You might get more people with enjoy
by zephjc 16y ago
Maybe change the candidate requirements to ask for Python or Ruby knowledge, even if it's not required for the actual job. You might get more people with enjoy programming rather than those for whom it is just a job.
However, be upfront with anyone who contacts you and asks about Python/Ruby usage, e.g. "The environment is basically all Java, but we want a candidate who has broader knowledge of development outside the Java ecosystem".
My two cents.
- cgislason 16y agoDone this way, it could easily come off feeling like a bait and switch. As a potential employee it would harm my opinion of the company unless it was clear enough in the requirements that you do Java dev but want a more rounded individual.