SaaStr · 2015-08-11
· 3949d
Age Discrimination in Tech Hiring: Opportunities for 40-Something Professionals
Tech companies predominantly hire professionals in their 20s, creating barriers for older workers. The article suggests that mature professionals seeking tech roles should target startups founded by individuals over 35, particularly in B2B/enterprise sectors, where experienced founders tend to value experienced employees. Companies like Salesforce, Workday, and Slack demonstrate successful models where mature leadership prioritizes experienced talent.
Metrics in this report
Company Valuation Target
1$ billion
minimum
Companies with mature, experienced-friendly culture
Founder Age Threshold
35years
minimum
Startup founders more likely to hire experienced talent
Preferred Weekly Work Hours
45hours
maximum
Ideal tech company culture for mature developers
Target Employee Age Group
40+years
age range
Professionals seeking tech employment facing age barriers