The tech hiring craze is dying down. Marco Oliveira says that to get and keep tech talent in 2026, you need less hype and better leadership. After years of fast growth, crazy competition, and huge perks, the market is settling down. People still care about money, but they also want stability and future opportunities.
AI is changing teams: smaller teams can now do what used to take big groups. Junior people now need to know AI, not just follow old career paths. This change lets newcomers become AI experts, but senior people need to adapt or get left behind.
Companies are key in this new situation. To attract talent, skip the flashy promises and focus on trust, clear communication, real growth chances, and a long-term plan. Flexibility and well-being are good, but stability and honest leadership are what make teams stick around. The excitement is gone; now it's time to get serious.