This post made me happy, just to know that there are 70 year olds working in software at the IC level. The oldest I have seen in my companies is probably 60 max

This post made me happy, just to know that there are 70 year olds working in software at the IC level. The oldest I have seen in my companies is probably 60 max - and I found a correlation between older people working in tech, and working as a freelancer / contractor. Probably because they have built up an expertise in an area so they can, plus enjoying the flexibility when you are possibly less reliant on the money (older kids, etc.). I want to see more people this age in tech, doing the coding / ops! As for advice - I am not sure! Just keep applying. Don't let the age be a factor for him, and then if it is a discrimination factor for employers then it is unfortunate but keep applying anyway. There are plenty of people who appreciate talent.