Tech IndustryJan 30, 2020
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FAANG via staffing agency
anyone here got into FAANG via a staffing agency? i hear they only do contract or contract to hire roles. whats your experience been like?
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Amazon 10xngneer Jan 30, 2020
Google does use recruiters from staffing agencies (like Addecco) right?
I've worked with green badgers (contractors) who have converted into full time employees. Idk about on the tech side but it seems like a lot of AWS' recruiting coordinators are hired this way. It's like a try before you buy deal. Personally I hate how contractors are excluded from stuff, but I understand the logic behind headcount planning and stuff.
The entity that’s “trying” is the employer I guess? Or is that aspect both sided?
The employer would be the "tryer" in this situation. You can work them without offering benefits and if they do good you can convert them. If the suck the contract expires and you don't need them anymore. Honestly though sometimes there isnt the justification for headcount which is why temp workers are brought in. Either to fill a slot for someone returning (military, FMLA, LOA, etc.) or because a team needs help but cant secure it within their budget or planning.