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> when there is a choice b/w an entry level Software Dev who is 23 vs who is 42, who do you think will get priority ? Seems pretty ageist to even put the quest
by codingdave 1y ago
> when there is a choice b/w an entry level Software Dev who is 23 vs who is 42, who do you think will get priority ?
Seems pretty ageist to even put the question that way. One could absolutely build up a list of specific criteria that often are more true with younger people, but if you don't articulate those criteria and base decisions upon them, and not the age of the candidate, that is straight-up ageism.
- Nextgrid 1y agoI don't think he is advocating for ageism. He is merely making an observation, which is absolutely true in most companies. You are more likely to get away with overworking and mistreating a youngster than someone with more life experience (who may also have other options and/or savings which gives them the ability to quit), so from an employer's perspective it's a no-brainer (just don't put it in writing, or handwave it as "culture fit" or similar BS). There are of course some companies who value and capitalize on the experience of older people and have good work-life balance... just don't expect that in your average JS/blockchain/AI shop which is all tech seems to be currently.
- codegeek 1y agoExactly. I am just playing devil's advocate here.