Where do developers in the USA look for jobs these days? I have some upcoming developer jobs to post, but haven't actively posted myself in several years. Previously I used craigslist quite a bit, but I'm not seeing much activity there these days.
The resources I lean on:<p>1) I ask around my professional network<p>2) I talk to a trusted recruiting agency I've been using for decades<p>3) I start investigating companies (not just tech companies) to identify ones that sound like they're doing something I find interesting and apply directly. Note that I'm <i>not</i> looking at what positions they have listed as open. I'm vetting the company as a whole and applying regardless of whether or not I think they're hiring for the position I want.<p>I stopped using jobs boards or things like LinkedIn years ago because, for me, the cost/benefit ratio of using them isn't favorable.<p>In terms of getting a suitable job, I've had the greatest success with #3, followed by #2. In terms of getting the best jobs, I've had the greatest success with #1, followed by #2.
I was looking last year. Indeed was the best I saw. Monster and Craigslist seemed to be less useful than in the past.<p>I also keep a list of headhunters that I respect. Yeah, there are a lot of bottom-feeders, but there are a few who are good. When I find one, I take note. When I'm looking for work, I reach out to that list.