Sarah Johnson

Content Strategist

Sarah writes about developer careers, hiring trends, and the future of work. She previously built content programs at LinkedIn and Glassdoor.

15 articles

Remote Jobs8 min read

The Ultimate Guide to Landing Remote Developer Jobs in 2026

Remote opportunities are growing. Here's a complete strategy for finding and landing remote engineering roles.

March 24, 20268 min read

ATS7 min read

How ATS Software Really Works: A Developer's Guide

Applicant Tracking Systems aren't magic — they're databases with rules. Understanding how they work helps you beat them.

March 18, 20267 min read

AI Hiring7 min read

AI Resume Screening: How It Works and What It Misses

AI resume screeners analyze keywords, patterns, and experience. Here's what they get right and wrong.

March 18, 20267 min read

Developer Careers7 min read

How to Negotiate Your Developer Salary: A Step-by-Step Guide

Negotiation isn't about being aggressive — it's about knowing your worth and communicating it effectively. Here's exactly what to say and do.

March 15, 20267 min read

Technical Interviews6 min read

Behavioral Interview Questions: How to Answer With the STAR Method

The STAR method is the most effective framework for behavioral interviews. Here's how to master it.

March 15, 20266 min read

Developer Portfolio6 min read

Project Case Studies: The Secret Weapon in Your Portfolio

Case studies demonstrate your thinking process, not just your output. Here's how to write compelling ones.

March 5, 20266 min read

Open Source5 min read

The Business Case for Open Source: Why Companies Sponsor Projects

More companies are sponsoring open source projects. Here's why it makes business sense.

February 26, 20265 min read

Developer Careers7 min read

Developer Career Growth: Skills That Matter Most at Every Level

The skills that got you to mid-level won't get you to senior. Here's what to focus on at each career stage.

February 20, 20267 min read

GitHub5 min read

What Your Commit History Says About You as an Engineer

Your commit history reveals your coding habits, communication style, and collaboration patterns.

February 18, 20265 min read

Technical Interviews5 min read

The Technical Phone Screen: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Phone screens are the first technical filter. Here's what companies are looking for and how to pass them.

February 15, 20265 min read

Developer Careers6 min read

Technical Writing for Engineers: A Career Superpower

Good writing sets senior engineers apart. Here's how to write clearly, influence decisions, and build your reputation.

January 28, 20266 min read

AI Hiring7 min read

The Ethics of AI in Hiring: What Engineers Need to Know

As AI plays a larger role in hiring, understanding the ethical implications is everyone's responsibility.

January 28, 20267 min read

Hiring6 min read

Skills-Based Hiring: The Future of Technical Recruitment

More companies are moving away from degree requirements and toward skills-based assessments. Here's why that matters.

January 22, 20266 min read

Startup6 min read

Startup Hiring: Equity vs Salary — What Developers Should Know

Equity compensation can be confusing. Here's what developers should understand about startup offers.

January 20, 20266 min read

Hiring6 min read

The Case for Blind Technical Assessments

Removing identifying information from assessments can reduce bias and surface talent you'd otherwise miss.

December 5, 20256 min read