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Israeli Tech Sector Adapts: Hiring Continues Amid Conflict

3/5/2026

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Story summary

Israeli high-tech employers continue hiring despite war, with GotFriends survey showing 50% hiring nearly as usual, 35% accelerating, and 15% pausing due to operational challenges.
Pauses arise because managers serve in military reserve duty and because of family responsibilities.
Most candidates continue to interview, while about 20% have paused their job searches.
The tech sector remains active, adapting to security concerns by conducting remote interviews and focusing on strong candidates.

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Story summary

Israeli high-tech employers continue hiring despite war, with GotFriends survey showing 50% hiring nearly as usual, 35% accelerating, and 15% pausing due to operational challenges.
Pauses arise because managers serve in military reserve duty and because of family responsibilities.
Most candidates continue to interview, while about 20% have paused their job searches.
The tech sector remains active, adapting to security concerns by conducting remote interviews and focusing on strong candidates.