1. Data-Driven Recruiting More Important than Ever

With recruiters feeling growing pressure due to the increased workforce demand, having efficient recruiting practices that are data-first should be a priority. Data-driven recruiting allows teams to track all kinds of metrics to improve processes and optimize productivity.

For example, recruiters are able to track how many emails they exchange with candidates and can determine if there are certain stages in the processes that can be sped up to decrease time-to-hire. Data-driven recruiting also allows teams to have better control and a better understanding of their budgets, and do things like track the source of hire to see what channels are proving to be most effective. Finally, data-driven recruiting can also help teams forecast future hires, and be able to better predict metrics like recruiting yield ratios to show how many applicants your company typically needs to make one hire.

2. Importance of Prioritizing Internal Mobility

The second of the tech recruiting trends we’re going to see more and more of in 2022 is a new emphasis on prioritizing internal mobility. The vast majority of HR professionals believe at least 10% of their organization’s roles could be filled internally which is a pretty significant mindset shift from the past. A proactive approach to utilizing internal mobility can prove to have significant cost savings as organizations continue to compete for a shrinking pool of qualified tech talent.

It’s beginning to become more widely accepted among C-suites that in such a competitive job market, retaining their current employees is extremely important. In order to make sure these employees stick around, organizations must ensure that there is a clear path for upward mobility. Nearly three out of every four (74%) employees are willing to learn things outside of work hours to improve their job performance, proving that businesses must offer upskilling and reskilling opportunities and keep employee growth top of mind.

3. Reconsidering What a “Qualified” Candidate Looks Like

Moving forward, the changing definition of a “qualified” candidate will be a major theme in the tech recruiting trends we’re seeing in 2022. In 2021, many companies have made major strides in leveling the playing field for candidates. In the last 5 years, major companies like Google, Apple, Tesla, and more waived any sort of degree requirement, and many smaller tech companies followed suit. Coding bootcamps have also become a huge player when it comes to tech hiring and easily compete with four-year computer science degrees. A recent study showed that the two education paths have almost identical employment rates at the Big Five tech companies.

Businesses should continue to prioritize skill-based hiring and put a stronger value on experience versus education. We’ll continue to see a rise in larger companies adopting apprenticeship programs, where they’re able to train and develop employees and teach on the job.

Going Forward

As talent teams move forward into 2022 and consider the top tech recruiting trends, continuing to rethink traditional ways of hiring will continuously yield the strongest candidates. As your business tweaks your hiring strategy for the upcoming year, consider Momentum as a potential tech talent partner. Interested in how Momentum can help your business transform your tech talent strategy? Contact us.