[rachofsunshine]

The market is definitely not dead. It started warming up last summer and has continued to do so throughout 2025.

But the market is two-tiered in a way it hasn't been before, particularly w.r.t. remote hiring. Almost all engineers want remote jobs and a small number of employers offer them, so the remote job hunt still puts employers in the driver's seat. But (good, senior) engineers hold the cards right now for in-office roles.

[mixmastamyk]

No offers here, local or remote. Hoping Section 174 fix helps.

[rachofsunshine]

To where are you local, what are your desiderata, and what does your resume look like?

I can take a look privately if you'd like, or publicly here if you want broader opinions / to serve as a data point for others.

[mixmastamyk]

SoCal... I'll email ya, thanks!