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- Published on July 10, 2025
- In AI Features
Indian IT Doesn’t Care About 40-Year-Old Software Engineers
If one hasn’t transitioned into decision-making or client-facing roles by 40, they’re at risk; at least that is what people say.
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- By Mohit Pandey
With AI in the picture, developers are already struggling for jobs. Graduates fresh out of college are finding it harder to land a tech job and are actively upskilling themselves for the right roles.
But this is just one side of the coin. In India’s $250 billion tech industry built with AI, experience is no longer a strength either.
AIM spoke to senior employees at big Indian IT firms involved in hiring for US clients and projects. One of them explained that it is largely a matter of opportunity.
“Sometimes we have to reject the candidate because we want to hire a junior developer, as we have very few requirements for senior candidates,” said a senior tech professional involved in hiring, requesting anonymity.
Referring to a recent example, they
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Mohit Pandey
Mohit writes about AI in simple, explainable, and often funny words. He's especially passionate about chatting with those building AI for Bharat, with the occasional detour into AGI.
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