Peculiarities of Hiring Tech Talent in the Netherlands

Qubit Labs (https://qubit-labs.com/) offers a comprehensive range of services, including IT staff augmentation, building dedicated teams, hiring dedicated developers, setting up R&D centers, and establishing ODCs. We hire in ten locations and source the best talent to suit business needs. Why do companies hire in the Netherlands? This country is known for its innovative economy and a vast pool of experts proficient in JavaScript, .NET, C#, and C++.
However, what are the peculiarities of the Dutch IT landscape? What is the minimum wage in the Netherlands? How long is the interview process? What are social benefits? What is unique about the local work culture? We discussed these and many other questions with Maria Perchenko (  / mariaperchenko  , TechScout.tech Founder, International TECH Recruiter, HR, and career consultant. You can also check out Maria’s relocation guide https://www.techscout.tech/products

What you will learn:

11:16 Are there any peculiarities of the Dutch IT market compared to Western Europe or the USA? What are some advantages of hiring in this region?
17:17 Which IT industries do most developers work in? What is the most popular tech stack?
20:32 Can you please walk us through the usual interview process for a tech job in the Netherlands?
29:47 How do salaries differ in the Netherlands compared to other countries?
34:20 What social benefits are typically offered to software developers in the Netherlands?
39:50 What is the usual number of paid vacation days and paid sick days?
41:50 How are companies in the tech sector in the Netherlands addressing diversity, equality, and inclusion in their hiring practices? What is their workplace culture? What challenges or successes have they encountered?
47:54 Is there anything else you would like to add about the hiring process in the Netherlands?