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🌏September tech trends: Java + Nordic tech + Data engineering🌏

This month, three threads are shaping conversations in engineering.

Java
▫️ JDK 26 moving toward HTTP/ 3 support
▫️ Framework updates: Quarkus, Micronault, Grails 7 RC
▫️ Major events: JavaZone (Oslo), GOTO (Copenhagen)

Nordic tech scene
▪️ IQM quantum raised €275M (quantum computing)
▪️ ReOrbit €45M (soveregin satellite)
▪️ Cerebriu €19M (AI in healthcare)
▪️ CorPower Ocean €118M total (wave energy)
▪️ Policy shifts: Finland ends ultra-low data centre tax that could impact infra infrastructure

Data engineering roles in the Nordics
▫️ Demand is high across Sweden and Norway
▫️ Median hiring cycle- 30-34 days (competitive market)
▫️ Full time, mid-senior roles dominate
▫️ Key skills: Python, SQL, Cloud and ETL frameworks

Takeaway🥡
Nordic tech is thriving in deep tech and sustainability, Java is evolving with performance and networking features and data engineers remain in some of the most sought-after talent in the region.

What do you think? 💬

#NordicTech #Sweden #Norway #DataEngineers #Java

Why soft skills are just as important as coding in a world of technology!🌍

Hard skills often steal the spotlight. Coding languages, frameworks and technical certifications dominate resumes and job postings but while technical expertise can get you hired, it’s soft skills that determine how far you’ll go in todays fast paced, collaborative and user driven tech ecosystem. Soft skills are not just a ‘nice to have’, they’re a core requirement for impact.

1. Collaboration drives innovation🔗
Most tech projects aren’t built by solo coders, they’re the result of teamwork across developers, designers, product managers and stakeholders. Strong communication and empathy ensure alignment and reduce costly misunderstandings.

2. Problem solving starts before the code🔑
Coding is about solving problems but the right problem isn’t always clear. Skills like active listening, critical thinking and asking the right questions help teams define the problem before jumping to solutions.

3. Leadership and influence matter at entry level📈
As engineers grow, they often step into roles where mentoring, leading discussions or influencing decision making matters more than how many lines of code they write. Soft skills become the multiplier of technical expertise.

4. Adaptability in a fast changing landscape🌐
Tech evolves rapidly. Adaptability, openness to feedback and a growth mindset are essential to thrive, especially when frameworks, languages and AI tools shift every year.

5. Technology serves people🦾
At the end of the day, code serves people. Understanding users, communicating with non technical teams and translating work into business value requires emotional intelligence and storytelling.

In short, soft skills help you build influence, trust and impact which turns good engineers into great leaders!

#SoftSkills #HardSkills #Coding

🚨We’re hiring for a Backend Developer in Stockholm (hybrid)🚨

Are you proficient in Python, Go and Rust and have a passion for music and audio tech, then this could be the role for you.

Contact Owen Butler at owen.butler@ifindtech.com for more information about the role.

#BackendDeveloper #StockholmJobs #StockholmTech #Hiring

Happy National Fitness Day!🏃‍♂️⛳

To celebrate today, some of our team have shared what activities they do outside of work to keep active.

Today is a reminder to move a little more, take a break and invest in your well-being!

“A healthy body is a healthy mind”🧠

How are you staying active today?

#NationalFitnessDay #Wellbeing #TeamCulture

🌟TESTIMONIAL🌟

There is nothing more rewarding than hearing directly from clients about the impact of our collaboration. George is so grateful for the trust and partnership that makes results like this possible!

Here is what one of George’s candidates had to say about their recent placement.

Looking for a new role? Contact George Baines at george.baines@ifindtech.com

#ClientSuccess #Testimonial #TeamiFind

🚀The Nordic tech market is booming and so are we!

We’re looking for talented people ready to make an impact in one of the most innovative regions in the world

Current open roles;
🧳 Senior DevOps Engineer
🧳 Senior Data Product Manager
🧳 Software Developer

If you’re passionate about building the future of tech, love solving complex problems and want to work in a fast moving, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you 💬

📩 Apply now or tag someone in your network who might be a perfect fit

#Hiring #NordicTech #Careers #DevOps #Data #SoftwareDevelopment

💥Big tech moves in the Nordics + Java 25 release!💥

The Nordic region is buzzing with innovation, from defence tech and climate start-ups to 5G driven industries. At the same time, the Java world has reached a huge milestone with the upcoming Java 25 release this September.

⚡Nordic tech highlights
– Defence innovation ➡️ Denmark, Sweden and Norway are expanding naval and cyber capabilities
– Quantum ➡️ a joint Nordic quantum strategy is shaping the future of HPC + quantum infrastructure
– 5G ➡️ Sweden’s mining industry and Finland’s timber sector already deploying 5G + AR + digital twins
– Fintech ➡️ Vipps MobilePay is on its way to European expansion
– Start-ups ➡️ exports growing at 16% annually with standout innovations like auto adaptive eyewear from Finland

⚡Java 25 highlights
Scheduled from September 16th, Java 25 will be the next long term support release, a big step for enterprise developers

⚡Key features include
– Compact object headers- up to 30% CPU savings and reduced memory usage
– Scoped values ➡️ after alternatives to ThreadLocal
– Structured concurrency ➡️ better concurrency handling
– Primitive patterns and switch ➡️ cleaner, safer code
– Module import declaration ➡️ simpler imports with less boilerplate
– JFR enhancements ➡️ advanced runtime profiling and much more

🤔Why this matters
– For enterprises ➡️ Java 25 LTS supports window means long term stability
– For developers ➡️ more concise syntax, improved performance and modern concurrency models
– For the Nordics ➡️ the combination of cutting edge infrastructure + global software innovation puts the region in a prime spot for growth

If you’re in the Nordics, keep an eye out for;
– JavaZone, Oslo
– Stockholm Java User Group Meet-up
– JFokus, Stockholm

Whether you’re building in quantum, fintech or cloud native Java, the Nordics + Java 25 signal a strong future for tech innovation.

What excites you most; Nordic start-ups scaling globally or Java 25 reshaping enterprise development? 💬

#SoftwareEngineering #LTS #NordicTech #Java25 #Innovation #5G #Quantum