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Practical Guide to Technical Screening for ML Candidates (Coding + ML System Design)

March 7, 2026January 30, 2026 by Tom Kenaley

If your team struggles to reliably screen machine learning candidates—or if your current process keeps failing to distinguish strong ML engineers from strong data scientists—this guide will help. Machine learning roles blend software engineering, data engineering, math, modeling, and infrastructure. Yet most companies still screen ML talent using either pure coding tests or pure modeling … Read more

How to Network Remotely: 5 Tips for Genuine Connections

June 25, 2024 by Mike Carter

Engineering team in collaborative office workspace — KORE1 engineering staffing agency for mechanical, electrical, and software teams

You shut your laptop. Another day of remote work done, but something’s missing. Maybe it’s that buzz of office chatter, the chance encounter over the coffee pot, or the spark of a new connection made at a conference happy hour. While bustling offices and in-person conferences are still thriving, remote work has carved out a … Read more

5 Steps to Writing the Perfect Resume

July 29, 2020 by Mike Carter

Man writing resume and CV at home — KORE1 career resources and job placement services for IT and engineering professionals

Let me guess, it’s been a while since you updated your resume, right? It can be hard to know what you should include in your resume, what to leave off, and how to lay out the information in a way that best shares your story with potential employers. Lucky for you, that’s where KORE1 can … Read more

The 4 Most Effective Ways to Build Out Your Professional Network in SoCal

May 21, 2019 by Gregg Flecke

Four effective ways to build your professional network in Southern California

Even if you believe you have complete job security, you never know where your career could lead you next. To ensure longevity in your work, there’s no better security net than having an extensive professional network of peers with insight on job opportunities, connections to major players in your industry, or who give great referrals. … Read more

A Jobseeker’s Guide to Building a Strong Relationship with Your Recruiter

March 4, 2019 by Tom Kenaley

Business professionals discussing strategy in meeting — KORE1 staffing and recruiting solutions for technology and engineering companies

Partnering with a recruiter has the power to take your career to the next level, unlocking unique employment opportunities and providing a great resource for industry insight. While some professionals believe that working with a recruiter is a one-time occurrence, it’s advantageous to develop a strong, long-term relationship with your recruiter. With their extensive knowledge … Read more

The Career Decisions that Matter More than Money

August 22, 2018 by Robert Ardell

KORE1 hiring trends and workforce insights – staffing industry blog

In the current full-employment landscape, IT professionals have the upper hand. Companies are bending over backwards looking for quality tech talent which, in theory, should make the job hunt easier than ever. The reality of the matter is, choosing the right position can be an even more difficult decision when there are a plethora of … Read more

4 Boston Tech Jobs on the Rise

February 26, 2018 by Tom Kenaley

4 tech jobs on the rise in Boston 2018 — KORE1 workforce blog covering technology career growth and emerging IT role demand

Boston is thriving. By 2030, the city will have reached a population of 709,000, a number it has not seen since before 1960, and employees in the city are more productive than the average American worker. Boston’s tech sector is an integral part of the city’s success, with a mix of innovative startups and established … Read more

How H-1B Visa Uncertainty Affects U.S. Employers, Job Seekers, and Consumers

September 26, 2017 by Robert Ardell

After a call for H-1B visa reform earlier this year, the talk surrounding the topic has been never-ending. Months later, there are still no concrete law changes or indications of what the future of the H-1B program will look like. This is causing mass confusion and concern for companies and job seekers everywhere who are … Read more

Strategies for Landing Your Dream Tech Job in LA

May 25, 2016 by Robert Ardell

When we look at the Southern California tech industry, we see exceptional job growth and continually improving unemployment rates. But what does that mean for the typical IT jobseeker in LA and the surrounding metro area? It’s a sentiment we hear all too often as an LA-based IT staffing firm. No matter what the experience … Read more

Questions to Ask in a Tech Interview that Set You Apart

August 13, 2015 by Robert Ardell

One of the fundamental things to understand as a candidate in a job interview is that it’s ultimately an opportunity to start building a relationship. A surprising number of candidates neglect this insight and end up treating the interview like an obligatory transaction in the hiring process, guaranteeing they’ll disappear into the mass of candidates … Read more