What I'm looking for usually when hiring (as a tech lead, not as a recruiter)
- actual examples of projects worked on (preferably similar in complexity and technologies with what we use) - understanding of concepts (OO, best practices, algorithms, ..) - ability to work well in teams - willingness and ability to learn Regarding formats, I like things that are concise but not overly concise. The resume of an experienced developer HAS to mention the projects they've worked on (with a summary of what their role was, the technologies used, and preferably URLs to the site.) So it's a matter of, as Einstein said, keeping things "as simple as possible but not simpler" I don't believe in .doc cover letters and I think they are b.s. and outdated. Instead, you can put in the email that contains your resume, a short statement about why you're applying. If you're not emailing (e.g. if you have your resume on a jobs site) just add that info in the objective section of the resume on the first page. Best, Victor On Thu, Mar 5, 2009 at 6:54 AM, Leam Hall <[email protected]> wrote: > For those of you reviewing potential candidates, can I get some of your > thoughts on what helps you identify the right person? > > Historically I've been told resumes should be 2 pages and no more. > Recruiters want me to expand mine and one sent me a 7 page sample! Mine > would be about 4-5 pages if I used a reasonable amount of white space and > organization. So "What length do you prefer?" is the simple question. > > The second one is a bit more open-ended; but is mostly "What formats help > you understand the applicant quickly and clearly?" That is, cover letter > first, skills first, experience first, education, or accomplishments? Or > something totally different? > > Probably the more potent question is, "What tells you a candidate is > passionate about helping your situation?" One manager I had shared that he > wanted someone who did the same stuff at home as at work. He had a good crew > and most of us fit that bill. :) > > I appreciate your thoughts on this. As a job seeker any help working > through the market troubles helps. > > Leam > _______________________________________________ > New York PHP Community Jobs Mailing List > http://lists.nyphp.org/mailman/listinfo/jobs > > NYPHPCon 2006 Presentations Online > http://www.nyphpcon.com > > Show Your Participation in New York PHP > http://www.nyphp.org/show_participation.php >
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