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Tech Job Market Tightens: Graduates Seek New Paths

12/20/2025

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  • Stanford University graduates and graduates from other California universities face a tighter tech job market as demand for entry-level software engineers falls nearly 20% since late 2022.
  • Artificial intelligence tools now code more efficiently than many human developers, reshaping hiring practices.
  • Graduates report increased competition.
  • Many pursue further education or entrepreneurship to stay competitive.
  • Universities must adapt curricula to prepare students for the evolving landscape.