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In this week's issue,
Ky Decker on quitting their job, the spread of AI, and the loss of an ideal
Sheri Byrne-Haber writes about getting developers to care about accessibility
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ARTICLES
Readings and events on tech, work and culture
Do I Belong in Tech Anymore?
Ky Decker reflects on quitting their job, the psychic toll of pervasive AI adoption in the workplace, and mourning the loss of ideals in the tech industry.
Getting Developers to Care about Accessibility: Carrots and Sticks
Sheri Byrne-Haber explains why accessibility falls to the bottom of every sprint and outlines a practical mix of incentives and structural consequences to make accessible development the default behavior across engineering teams.
Palantir Employees Are Starting to Wonder if They're the Bad Guys
Makena Kelly reports on interviews with current and former Palantir employees, along with internal Slack messages obtained by WIRED, that suggest a workforce in turmoil over the company's direction and partnerships.
Claude-Powered AI Coding Agent Deletes Entire Company Database in 9 Seconds
Mark Tyson reports on how a PocketOS founder blames Cursor running Anthropic's Claude after an AI coding agent deleted an entire company database and its backups, highlighting the risks of AI-assisted development.
ADVOCATE
Advocate for and support underrepresented people in tech
What We Will is a worker center for workers across sectors impacted by rapid technological change. It started in response to mass layoffs in 2025–2026, as part of the Tech Workers Coalition, a grassroots labor organization with local chapters all over the U.S. and Europe.
They are looking for funds to send five of their organizers to the Momentum Train the Trainer program: a rigorous, nationally-recognized training in movement-building strategy and campaign design, to learn how to train more organizers to join in the work we do.
TALENT
These are professionals from our community who are looking for jobs. If you are hiring, please reach out to them directly! You can find all of their details and more candidates here.
Software Engineering
Alexander Navarrete Alvarez, Software developer, Engineering, Data, No location preference
I am a computer Engineering and Mathematics/CS student with strong experience in software development, data analysis, and embedded systems. I have applied my skills through hands-on projects and a NASA internship, where I developed simulations and machine learning models for real-world engineering applications.Chizoba Eze, Software Engineer, Atlanta, NYC, Remote: I’m a curious and creative software engineer who finds energy in helping ideas take shape through reliable, thoughtful code. My work on the email checklist at Mailchimp sharpened my skills in building systems that scale but just as importantly, it deepened my commitment to building tools that support real people in high-intent moments.
Danielle Shorter, Software development/engineering internships, Remote: I am looking to be a part of a program that welcomes STEM students who are pursuing a role in the software development/engineering field. I am looking for an opportunity that will help guide me in the direction of becoming a full fledged developer.
Elaina Hill, Software Engineer, Remote, DC: Full Stack Engineer with 4+ years building full-stack web platforms and production-ready ML solutions, with a strong background in technical writing and documentation. Combines TypeScript/React frontends and serverless AWS backends (Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFormation) with Python-based data processing and ML (TensorFlow/Keras, Librosa, Pandas) to deliver scalable, secure systems and real-time data workflows.
Eugene Brazley, Software Engineer, Remote: I’m a junior Software Engineer with a background in business and Division I athletics. After completing the Full Stack Development program at TripleTen, I’ve built projects using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and REST APIs—focusing on clean code, responsive design, and real-world functionality.
Jmik Thang, Frontend, fullstack, Remote, Charleston, SC, USA: Full-stack developer with a strong foundation in JavaScript, React, and Node.js, focused on building fast, reliable, and user-friendly web applications. I have hands-on experience developing full-stack projects, integrating APIs, and debugging real-world issues across both frontend and backend.
Junko Tahara, Software Engineer, Remote: Full-stack software engineer with 5+ years of experience building and scaling production web applications using Ruby on Rails and React. Experienced in designing APIs, optimizing performance, and delivering reliable features in collaborative, cross-functional environments.Lucy Blagg, Software Engineer, Remote, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey: Full-stack software engineer with 4+ years of experience building user-centered web applications, with a focus on civic and educational technology. I’ve worked across React, TypeScript, Rails, Firebase, and AWS, building everything from interactive simulations and games to large-scale learning platforms.
Meesh Zhang, Senior Software Engineer, Remote or Philly: Senior Software Engineer with 10 years working as a full stack and data engineer in seed stage through IPO ready startups, most recently at a fintech for small businesses.
Nafisa Nawrin Labonno, Software Engineer, Physicist, R&D, AI/ML developer/researcher/engineer, Remote until undergraduate is over. Anywhere in Texas is fine if it's in-person: CS + Physics undergraduate at the University of Texas at Arlington focused on software engineering, AI/ML, and research-driven development. Interested in developing scalable, reliable systems and applying mathematical and physics-based intuition to areas like AI/ML, distributed systems, and hardware-software integration. Open to software engineering and research opportunities where I can contribute and continue growing.
Patrick Nsubuga, FullStack Software Engineer Intern, Massachusetts: Frontend-focused Computer Science graduate building production web applications with React, TypeScript, and component-driven architecture. Experienced in responsive design, cross-browser compatibility, and pixel-accurate UI implementation from design specs.
Salim Moshe, Software Engineer, No location preference: I am a dedicated Computer Science student at the University of Washington’s Paul G. Allen School of CSE, focused on software engineering, systems programming, and database-driven applications. With strong skills in Java, C/C++, Python, and Flutter, I have worked on projects that demonstrate my experience in AI integration, multithreaded systems, and secure database applications.
Design
Samuel Serrano, UI/UX Designer, Remote: Creative and detail-oriented designer, who translates conceptual ideas into compelling visual designs. Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and Canva along with front-end development tools such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Adept at collaborating with clients to understand their vision and deliver innovative solutions that meet brand objectives.
Data
Fatuma Mohamud, Implementation Consultant, Implementation Project Manager, Data Analytics: Experienced SAAS Implementation Consultant with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology, sports ticketing, education and supply chain industries. Skilled in analyzing data, automating ERP solutions and problem solving.
Ju-Lynda Vaughn, Data Analyst, Remote, Kansas City, Illinois: Data & Business Analyst with 5+ years of experience defining business problems and delivering data-driven solutions across operations and finance. Skilled in translating ambiguous requirements into actionable data specifications and insights. Leverages SQL, Excel, and Power BI to analyze data, validate results, and drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
Mariel Dela Cruz, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Marketing Analytics, Sales Analytics, GTM Analytics, Data Science, DC, Boston, Remote: Multifaceted business intelligence and analytics professional with experience supporting sales, marketing and Go-to-Market functions in B2B and B2C SaaS companies. A versatile problem solver who is adept at strategic thinking and statistical data analysis, thrives in startup-like environments and excels in creating deliverables from scratch.
Other roles
Monica Pickney, Scrum Master, Remote: Dynamic Senior Scrum Master and Agile Project Manager with 21 years of experience in orchestrating agile transformations and optimizing delivery frameworks. Spearheaded end-to-end Scrum ceremonies, elevating sprint predictability and delivery consistency by 20-35% across multiple teams. Seeking a Project Manager or Agile Trainer roles.