Aug 4, 2024

Despite the uncertainty, some tech companies in Israel - Nvidia, Microsoft, and others - are growing and expanding their workforce, hiring dozens, or even hundreds, of employees. So how does one get hired in one of the companies currently recruiting? Maayan Manela Following an extended period of layoffs, downsizing, and streamlining in the Israeli high-tech sector—triggered by the global crisis, judicial reform, and the ongoing war—there are now signs of renewed hiring. Many high-tech companies are opening new positions, marking what appears to be the beginning of a recovery. However, recruitment levels have not yet returned to pre-war levels, and the ongoing uncertainty, stemming from the war's continuation and a lack of clear policy regarding the future, threatens the industry's recovery. "After a long period of downsizing and streamlining in the local tech sector, which included extensive layoffs and project cancellations, we are now witnessing an encouraging change in the first half of 2024, with a recovery in demand for workers. The increase in recruitment reflects another positive trend in Israeli tech: a rise in investments in tech companies," says Sharon Cohen, Partner at Deloitte Israel and Head of TMT Industry. She notes that there is room for cautious optimism, especially with renewed discussions about planned IPOs for early 2025. (Photo: Shutterstock) "However, cautious optimism must be tempered with realism. Currently, two opposing trends are unfolding simultaneously: an increase in demand and the creation of new opportunities in emerging fields, alongside widespread layoffs in large companies. Additionally, American tech giants are being more cautious in their hiring practices, with a large number of candidates competing for each new position, more than before." Indeed, high-tech hiring figures indicate a recovery in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the first quarter, but a decrease remains compared to the previous year. According to data from AllJobs, the number of vacancies published by high-tech companies decreased by 9% in the first half of 2024. The first quarter saw a 13% drop, while the second quarter showed a partial recovery with a 6% decrease compared to the same quarter in 2023. "Starting in the last quarter of 2022, we noticed a slowdown. The year 2023 was marked by belt-tightening, downsizing, and layoffs, culminating in the outbreak of war. From a broader perspective, high-tech recruitment in the first half of 2024 has decreased compared to 2023. However, looking more closely, there was a moderation in the second quarter compared to the first, highlighting the impact of complex variables such as rising interest rates and market uncertainty," says Liat Ben-Tora Shushan, Head of Career Development at AllJobs. She highlights an interesting and concerning trend that underscores the crisis's depth. While early 2023 saw cuts in roles such as HR, marketing, and sales, there are now reductions in core positions like development, information systems, and engineering. Related articles: The recovery in recruitment faces a large pool of candidates due to previous layoffs, and uncertainty continues to affect job seekers who are wary of moving into unknown situations. "As the CEO of a placement company specializing in recruiting senior positions, I experience labor market fluctuations daily," says Shany Medina, CEO of MESH Executive Solutions. "The situation is complex, with waves of layoffs, a slowdown in capital raising for startups, global companies halting recruitment, and economic uncertainty due to the war. This is reflected in the high number of job applications and a subtle, emerging sense of hope. Companies are cautiously rehiring, and senior executives are starting to consider professional transitions. "While I still receive numerous requests for job search assistance, reflecting both concerns and market dynamism, there are signs of improvement. I hope this trend will continue to intensify in the near future." These are the companies currently hiring dozens and even hundreds of employees: NVIDIA NVIDIA, which currently employs about 30,000 people worldwide and over 4,000 employees in Israel, is now hiring for approximately 200 open positions in research, development, and engineering. The roles range from students or recent graduates with no experience to experienced engineers and researchers. "NVIDIA is in constant growth and is looking to recruit a diverse range of employees, mainly from various engineering fields, to join us in developing the technologies driving the artificial intelligence revolution. From software and hardware engineers to mechanical engineers or industrial engineers, as well as those with advanced degrees—NVIDIA offers a wide range of job opportunities. We are hiring students, juniors, seniors, and managers for various roles, including development, verification, architecture, data science, product management, and many others," says Yael Aviram-Rosenfeld, Director of Recruitment at NVIDIA Israel. NESS Ness, an information technology and digital services company, employs about 4,000 people across the country. The company is currently hiring for hundreds of open positions spread across Israel, from north to south, with a focus on the central region, the Sharon area, and Jerusalem, for roles in software development, SAP implementation, infrastructure and systems, information security and communications, cloud architecture (multicloud), technical support, information systems training and implementation, software testing, and more. "We are recruiting for a variety of positions in significant projects in the fields of security, healthcare, high-tech, and more. All projects have an impact, relevance, and value on our daily lives. We are reaching out to candidates of all ages, from all sectors, and of course, to candidates currently serving in reserve duty or who have recently completed extended reserve service, and we would be happy to offer them suitable positions based on their skills and work experience," says Nirit Amar, Recruitment Manager at NESS. Applied Materials Applied Materials, which specializes in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor industry, focuses in Israel on the development, production, and implementation of advanced systems based on computer vision, machine learning, and artificial intelligence for semiconductor manufacturing process control. The Israeli research and development center, located in the Science Park in Rehovot, is considered the company's largest development center outside the United States. The company employs approximately 34,000 people in 24 countries around the world, with about 2,300 employees in Israel. Currently, the company is recruiting for about 100 positions for students, juniors, and experienced professionals. The recruitment is for various engineering fields, such as Hardware Engineer, System Engineer, Software Engineer, and more, as well as for management, planning, marketing, product management (technology), and other roles. "We are looking for individuals who are not afraid of technological challenges and are seeking a workplace that offers a variety of career growth opportunities. Most roles require a relevant bachelor's degree, and some require an advanced degree. We place emphasis on candidates with high motivation and a desire to learn and develop within a multidisciplinary company," says Sefi Knaani, Recruitment Manager at Applied Materials. Monday.com Monday.com is a work operating system that provides a range of products through which organizations of all sizes can create the tools and processes needed to manage every aspect of their work. The company has over 1,800 employees worldwide, with approximately 1,300 in Israel. On Monday.com's career site, there are nearly 200 open positions, many of which are aimed at hiring more than one employee. The available roles include numerous development and product positions, as well as non-technical roles in fields such as marketing, sales, customer experience, and support functions. As a company characterized by a fast pace, the recruitment process is streamlined—with a goal of 2-4 weeks from start to finish. "We are looking for high-quality employees who are ready to dive in, push forward, think outside the box, and appreciate a culture of openness and transparency. Of course, we also want team players who want to impact the way people work around the world," says Moria Stalkovski, Recruitment Director at Monday.com. Microsoft Israel Research and Development As one of Microsoft's three strategic development centers worldwide, Microsoft Israel Research and Development employs approximately 3,000 people and is responsible for the company's core products, which are used by hundreds of millions of people around the world. There are currently dozens of positions available at the company in areas such as software engineering, security research, and management. Sageet Tidhar-Akerman, Talent Acquisition Manager at Microsoft Israel R&D, said: "Microsoft continues to recruit new talent for a wide range of roles and fields that form the core of the company's innovative developments, which stand at the forefront of cybersecurity and AI technology. We are looking for individuals with experience in AI and ML technologies, a desire to learn new skills, and the ability to face the new challenges posed by the AI revolution. Our employees have the opportunity to collaborate with global teams to develop the most advanced technologies in the world and work with market leading organizations." Elad Systems Elad Systems, a software company with 1,300 employees across the country, is currently offering 250 positions in development, QA, implementation, project management, and systems analysis in the fields of data, digital, and CRM. Among the open positions are experts in Generative AI systems analysis, BI project managers, and Senior Angular Developers. "Elad is an established and stable company in the Israeli technology market, which has successfully led the Israeli software industry for over 40 years. The high-tech sector provides a stable foundation for economic growth. We are continually recruiting to expand the company's activities and contribute our business and economic part to the enhancement of the Israeli market, which is particularly needed at this time," says Maayan Biran Barkovitz, Recruitment Manager at Elad Systems. Playtika Playtika, an international gaming giant specializing in mobile games and interactive entertainment, employs over 3,000 people worldwide, with approximately 1,100 of them working from the company's headquarters in Herzliya. The company is hiring for dozens of positions, including Product Managers, Monetization Managers, Analysts, User Acquisition Specialists, and Game Economy Managers. Additionally, they are recruiting Unity and Java Developers. As in previous years, Playtika plans to open academies this year where they will recruit and train employees for roles in the gaming industry. Soon, two dedicated academies for Business Analysts and Game Economy roles will be launched. "At Playtika, we pride ourselves on our cheetah DNA (the company’s symbol), and accordingly, we seek curious and dynamic individuals who like to move fast, with an excellent team beside them to drive and challenge. We are looking for people who are goal-oriented and able to identify priorities while maintaining a straightforward and direct approach. We encourage passion and boldness, alongside data-driven decision-making and data analysis," says Leon Shteyman, Recruitment Manager at Playtika. Regarding interviews at the company, Shteyman adds: "Come with passion and motivation and a 'hunger' to learn. Play games before the interview, try to challenge us and yourself, suggest ideas, and share what interests you to explore. Be bold and honest." Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto Networks is the world's largest cybersecurity company, employing approximately 13,500 people globally. The company is hiring 80 employees in Israel for research and development roles, including backend developers, product managers, researchers, and analysts. "We are looking for experienced professionals who not only have exceptional technical skills but also a passion for learning and a commitment to creating a safer world every day. Our ideal candidates have, among other qualities, innovative thinking, significant experience with complex systems, preferably in the cybersecurity domain, and a high motivation to tackle challenges," says Maureen Moses, Recruitment Director at Palo Alto Networks Israel. Gong.io Gong.io has developed a business intelligence platform for sales teams that leverages artificial intelligence technologies to enhance sales capabilities. The company employs over 1,000 people across all its offices, with 360 employees in its Ramat Gan office. Currently, Gong is recruiting for over 70 positions in Backend, Frontend, DevOps, and Security roles. "The recruitment at Gong is driven by the company's impressive and ongoing business growth worldwide and our deepening activities in the AI sector. This rapid growth requires talented teams that can handle significant challenges and contribute to our success," says Moran Perlman, Site Manager of Gong in Israel. Taboola Taboola, a content recommendation company traded on NASDAQ, employs approximately 2,000 people worldwide, with around 700 in Israel. The company is recruiting for about 80 global positions and around 30 positions in Israel. Among the open roles for the Israeli market are software development, algorithm engineering, Data Analyst, product management, and account management. "At Taboola, we are looking for team players—curious and creative individuals who are data-driven and customer-centric. The work environment is friendly, professional, enriching, and challenging," says Lital Eitan-Schmidt, Recruitment Manager at Taboola. Dazz The Israeli cybersecurity company Dazz has developed a platform for prioritizing and automatically fixing security vulnerabilities using artificial intelligence. The company employs approximately 125 people worldwide, half of whom are based in Israel. Dazz is currently recruiting for dozens of open positions, including experienced Back-end Developers, Product Managers, Customer Success Managers, and more. "Dazz is a rapidly growing startup, and we are looking for stars who can keep up with the pace—individuals with internal drive, assertiveness, and creative thinking who can lead processes from end to end. The ideal candidates are those who can initiate an idea and turn it into reality, see the big picture, and translate it into personal action. Our organizational culture promotes a proactive mindset and broad responsibility. Most importantly, we want to hire pleasant people who know how to work well in a team. A bonus for us is if you have a special hobby—at Dazz, we have a collection of talents including cooks and bakers, fitness trainers, musicians, and singers, and we are looking for people who will make the exciting journey of building a company enjoyable," says Koral Hertz, Head of People at Dazz. Pontera Pontera, which has developed technology enabling financial advisors in the U.S. to manage their clients' retirement savings securely and in compliance with regulatory guidelines, has raised $160 million to date. The company plans to hire 30 employees in Israel and expand its workforce to 320 in its Herzliya and New York offices by the end of 2024, up from 120 employees in February 2022. Pontera is recruiting for new roles such as Director of Product Operations, Director of Information Systems to enhance the field, and Senior Product Managers. Additional open positions include Automation Developers, DevOps Engineers, Front-End Developers, and Security Engineers. "For juniors, this period is challenging. The number of open positions for them is not high. People finish their studies and struggle to find their first role. At Pontera, we believe in investing in employees and their growth within the organization, which is why we are also hiring junior software developers who can grow with us," says Galia Bar Shalom, VP of Human Resources at Pontera Israel. Elementor Elementor, an open-source website building platform, employs over 350 people across 20 countries, with its headquarters and two-thirds of its employees located in Israel. In the second half of the year, the company is expected to hire 30 new positions, with nearly half of these positions in the Research and Development department: including managerial roles for team leads, Full Stack Developers, DevOps, and more. Additionally, the company is recruiting for several positions in the marketing department, including Product Marketing Manager and roles related to strategy for launching new products. "We are looking for people with a passion for creating and doing, who can adapt to changes and work at a fast pace, who seek action and innovation while also being able to work in an environment that strives for the highest level of performance and clear goals," says Adi Fein, CHRO at Elementor. Island Island, a cybersecurity company that has developed a browser offering a holistic and advanced security solution, which is especially crucial in today’s hybrid work environment, is currently hiring dozens of developers. Among the open positions are Senior Full Stack Developers, Backend Developers, Frontend Developers, Product Managers (PM), Product Designers, Automation Engineers, DevOps Engineers, QA Engineers, iOS Developers, and C++ Developers. "Island continues to recruit for a wide range of development roles and is looking for individuals who will lead the development of complex products with the latest technologies in the fields of security, data, and user experience. We seek highly motivated individuals with a strong desire to succeed—developers who enjoy challenging themselves and building products from scratch, and who aspire to work with the strongest team in the market, serving the world’s largest clients and creating an innovative startup with very rapid growth," says Adi Reis, HR Manager at Island. HoneyBook HoneyBook, which has developed technology for financial and business management for small businesses and freelancers, employs 240 people, with 140 at its development center in Tel Aviv. This year, the company plans to hire for dozens of new positions, focusing on development roles (Full Stack, Frontend, and Mobile), team leads, product managers, analysts, DevOps engineers, designers, and QA specialists. "We are looking for experienced and professional individuals who have a true passion for their profession, who are driven to succeed, and who see themselves as responsible for the company's success. We seek people who are personable, authentic, and modest, and who enjoy working as part of a team," says Marina Gorman, Recruitment Manager at the company. StarkWare StarkWare is an Israeli deep-tech company operating in the blockchain sector. The technology developed by the company addresses one of the significant challenges in blockchain today—scalability, which limits the ability to perform a large number of transactions on the blockchain, particularly on Ethereum and Bitcoin. The company, which employs approximately 180 people worldwide, is recruiting for its development center in Netanya for dozens of open positions, including software development roles (Backend and Full Stack), product managers, business development, blockchain security, and more. Papaya Papaya, with its development center located in Tel Aviv, is hiring for dozens of positions in Israel. The company currently employs over 300 people, having hired more than 100 of them in 2023. Founded in 2019, Papaya's platform transforms single-player gaming into a multiplayer arena based on individual skills. Among the open positions are Backend Developers, Product Managers, Unity Developers, Monetization Managers, and more. Apple The technology giant employs over 2,300 engineers in Israel across its three development centers in Herzliya, Haifa, and Jerusalem. Currently, there are 90 open positions on the site, including Design Verification Engineers, System-on-Chip Design Engineers, Design for Testability (DFT) Engineers, FPGA Engineers, Wireless Systems Engineers, and Hardware/Software Engineers for Silicon Validation. Lightrun Lightrun, a company specializing in Developer Observability, employs 60 people, most of whom are based in Israel. The company is expected to hire 15 employees across all departments, including Product, Development, and Sales, for positions such as QA, Product Manager, UX Designer, Backend Developers, VP of Sales, AEs, and SDRs. Cycode The Israeli cybersecurity company Cycode, which employs 120 people worldwide, with 70 of them in Israel, is hiring 15 employees for roles including Backend Developers, DevOps Engineers, Data Engineers, as well as various positions in the Human Resources and Finance departments. Intuit Intuit is a major American fintech company providing a financial management platform for small businesses and households, serving approximately 100 million customers worldwide. The company's R&D center in Israel employs 500 people, most of whom are in technology development roles. This center in Israel is the second largest outside the U.S., with Intuit employing over 18,000 people globally. Currently, the company is hiring dozens of employees in Israel for a variety of roles in cybersecurity, AI, and fintech. The positions include software development roles (Front-end, Back-end, Full Stack), product management, architects, and researchers—covering various levels from developers with a few years of experience to experienced team managers. Nayax Nayax, one of the largest Israeli fintech companies globally, provides a platform for trading, payments, and global customer trust. Nayax, which is listed on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and NASDAQ, has around 900 employees, with approximately 550 based in Israel. The company is currently recruiting for 30 open positions in Israel across various roles, including development, product management, QA, as well as marketing, sales, finance, and operations, including senior management positions. "The company founders hold key roles, and their entrepreneurial spirit is deeply embedded in the organization. Therefore, we are looking for people with what we call 'founders' mentality'—those who are not afraid to innovate, change, and lead. To try and take risks, regardless of the role," says Li Shachbar, Recruitment and Human Resources Manager at Nayax. Altshare Altshare, a fintech company developing a platform for equity management for companies, investors, and entrepreneurs, is currently hiring for its headquarters in Tel Aviv and its northern branch in Kibbutz Moran in Misgav. The company has approximately 120 employees in Israel. Among the positions the company is recruiting for are Valuation Analyst, Account Manager, and Customer Service & Trade roles. The company is opening its doors to residents of the north and is hiring for the northern branch in Kibbutz Moran for the role of Account Manager. This role includes managing a portfolio of business and strategic clients and is suitable for juniors looking to break into the tech world with no prior experience. The company invites northern residents who are currently relocating to the center to temporarily join the headquarters in Tel Aviv, with the option to move back to the northern branch once they feel safe enough to return home, with the company providing support and assistance. "Our recruitment process is characterized by speed and efficiency, involving a limited number of stages," says Avia Talias, VP of Human Resources at Altshare. "The most important advice I can give to candidates who wish to join us is to be authentic. First and foremost, we are looking for someone who fits our organizational culture, and then we assess the professional skills required for the role," adds Talias. WSC Sports WSC Sports, a leading sports-tech company in Israel specializing in AI-driven content experiences tailored for fans, employs over 500 people across offices in Ramat Gan, New York, London, Sydney, Thailand, China, and Japan. Approximately 450 of these employees are based in Israel. As of now, the company has over 40 open positions, including roles such as Operations Shift Manager, Growth Product Analyst, and Data Engineer. "Our company’s field of activity creates a unique atmosphere and a diverse human mix, partly based on sports values. We develop various products that analyze sports games in real-time across over 40 different sports, effectively changing how fans consume sports. We believe that teamwork, which includes collaboration and striving toward a common goal as a group—much like in sports—is among the core values we seek in our employees and candidates," says Shahar Evenbogen, VP of HR at the company. FundGuard FundGuard, which develops an investment management system designed for the world's largest investment firms, employs 140 people globally, with over 100 based at its Israeli development center. The company is currently hiring 30 employees for primarily technical positions, including developers in infrastructure, backend, big data, frontend, and DevOps. Additionally, the company is looking for experienced product managers with a solid background in the financial markets. "What does it take to be a FundGuardian? Deep technological understanding, sharp thinking, a passion for solving complex problems, learning abilities, and a sense of mission. But most importantly—being a person who is pleasant to work with, who thinks together and achieves together," says Meirav Yavne, Recruitment Manager at the company. Semperis Semperis, a cybersecurity company specializing in identity management and security for organizations, recently secured strategic funding of $125 million in equity and debt from J.P. Morgan and Hercules Capital, at a valuation of over $1 billion. The company employs over 430 people worldwide, with more than 120 based in Israel. Semperis is currently hiring dozens of employees in Israel for various development roles, including software engineers and team leaders. Fireblocks Fireblocks (valued at $8 billion) the leader of the blockchain industry, has developed a secured platform for managing digital assets using blockchain technology. The company plans to hire 60 employees this year, including 25 in Israel, across various fields such as Product, R&D, Operations, and DevOps. Sarah Laura Hagai, Global Recruitment Manager, says: "In addition to professional skills and knowledge, we are looking for employees with a spark in their eyes who want to be part of a significant technological change and lead it with us." Melio Melio, which develops and manages a platform allowing small and medium-sized businesses in the U.S. to send and receive payments quickly and easily, currently employs around 600 people, most of whom are at the company’s Israeli R&D center and the rest in the U.S. The company is hiring over 20 employees across all departments, primarily for software development roles (Full Stack and Back-end), development team management, DevOps, product management, product design, content writing, finance, and marketing. "To prepare for interviews with us, it is recommended to learn about the company, listen to our leadership discuss the product in podcasts, and follow us on social media. To succeed at Melio, you need the ability to offer creative solutions to complex challenges, transform good ideas into effective and practical solutions, and lead initiatives within global teams, all while focusing on our mission—helping small business owners," says Shlomit Frisch, Head of Recruitment at Melio. EMET Group EMET Group, a major player in professional services, specializes in the development and implementation of technological solutions in complex organizational environments. The company employs 1,400 people globally, with 1,100 based in Israel. Currently, the company has 200 open positions, most of which are for technological roles, including Frontend and Fullstack Developers, DevOps Engineers, Storage Specialists, Splunk Experts, Information Security and Communications Specialists, Data Professionals, and more. Some of these roles are suitable for hybrid work, while others are intended for positions at client offices throughout the country. Earnix Earnix, a fintech company specializing in AI technologies for pricing and personalizing products in the insurance and banking sectors, employs over 300 people worldwide, with more than half based in Israel. Earnix is currently hiring for 35 positions, including Backend and Frontend Developers, ML Algorithm Developers, DevOps Engineers, QA Engineers, Automation Engineers, Information Systems Analysts, Business Application Management, Customer Success Management, and GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) roles. AppsFlyer AppsFlyer currently has about 40 open positions across various departments including development, product, customer management, sales, and marketing. The company employs approximately 1,500 people, with around 900 based in Israel. “The interview process typically includes about five professional and personal interviews, and for some positions, candidates may be asked to submit a take-home assignment or presentation. The goal of the process is to understand the candidate's professional experience and assess their fit with AppsFlyer's unique organizational culture: capabilities for learning, proactive thinking, motivation, and a touch of entrepreneurship,” says Onitzan Shapetlovich, Head of Recruitment at AppsFlyer. Fiverr Fiverr, a marketplace for freelancers, employs over 800 people, with around 650 based at its headquarters in Tel Aviv. The company is currently hiring for more than 80 positions, including roles in Frontend, Backend, Fullstack, Data Science, Customer Support, as well as various positions in the Marketing, Legal, and HR departments. Natural Intelligence Natural Intelligence, a company specializing in online comparison services, employs over 500 people, the vast majority of whom are based in Israel. The company currently has 25 open positions, some of which are for multiple roles, including Business and Marketing Analysts, Data Operations, Online Content Editors, and more. One of the key positions the company is looking to fill is a Sales and Business Development Manager. Sela Sela, a global provider of cloud services from Microsoft, Google, and AWS for startups and companies, employs 400 people worldwide, with 280 based in Israel. The company is currently hiring 19 employees in Israel. Some positions are offered as remote work, while others are office-based, depending on the location and client requirements. The open positions include Cloud Architects and Sales Managers specializing in AWS/Azure, Cloud Support Engineers, Cloud Data Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Full Stack Engineers. "We focus on finding candidates who fit our company culture, which is based on pride and values of professionalism, service, integrity, collaboration, continuous development, and a positive approach that strives for excellence while ensuring an enjoyable work environment," says Ronit Pavel Michaeli, VP of Human Resources at Sela. AT&T The Israeli R&D center of the technology and communications giant AT&T focuses on developing products and solutions in various technology fields such as cybersecurity, GEN AI, mobile, communications, cloud, and e-commerce for the company's millions of private and business customers. AT&T globally employs around 150,000 people, with approximately 500 based in the Israeli R&D center. The center is currently hiring for about 20 positions in areas including software development, with an emphasis on AI products, architecture, product management, project management, data analytics, and UI/UX design. "What can maximize a candidate's chance of progressing through the process is highlighting their impact right from the resume stage—such as the changes they led, new technologies they implemented, and more. During the interview itself, it is advisable to focus on personal capabilities. Not only should you successfully complete tasks, but also share instances where you tackled challenges through teamwork, made social impacts, integrated AI tools, and demonstrated creativity and learning of new technologies," says Ella Shalef-Aharoni, VP of Human Resources at AT&T's R&D center in Israel. SciPlay SciPlay is a leading global gaming company specializing in social casino games, bingo, and casual gaming. With over 800 employees, including around 300 based in Tel Aviv, SciPlay operates across diverse fields such as development, product management, digital marketing, analytics, data science, project management, graphic design, and software testing. "When a candidate comes to us, we first look for genuine passion for what they do and whether they want to join a winning team," says Adi Mandelkern, Global Recruitment Manager at SciPlay Israel. "Sometimes passion can outweigh experience. We have about 18 open positions in development, marketing, data, and monetization. For an interview with us, I recommend coming prepared. Download our games, play them, and share your gaming experience with us—it can teach us a lot about your thinking process." Upwind Upwind aims to empower customers to manage cloud environments securely and efficiently, accelerating their business operations. Founded in 2022 by the team behind Spot.io (acquired by NetApp), Upwind employs around 130 people, with 80 based in Israel, and plans to double its workforce in the coming year. Open positions include Backend Developers, Security Researchers, Product Managers, and Solution Architects. "Upwind brings unique and pioneering expertise in cloud infrastructure to the forefront of cybersecurity, competing with the industry's leading companies. We believe that people and teamwork are central to success, with a focus on collaboration and mutual respect. Upwind employees enjoy an environment that promotes entrepreneurship, creativity, and open communication, with opportunities for internal advancement, professional challenges, and global collaboration," says Vik Rozenshtrom, Head of HR at Upwind. Pentera Pentera develops a platform for cybersecurity validation and automated penetration testing. Employing around 360 people globally, Pentera is seeking 23 new employees. In its Israeli development department, the company is looking for Backend Developers specializing in Java, Frontend Engineers with expertise in React, Product Managers with cloud experience, and DevOps professionals. Dganit Feler, Global Recruitment Manager at Pentera, says: "Pentera, a unicorn in the cybersecurity industry with approximately 360 employees, continues to grow and expand. We are constantly hiring for development, marketing, and sales positions both in Israel and globally. We seek talented individuals for Backend Development, Frontend Engineering, Product Management, and DevOps roles, as well as experienced cybersecurity researchers for our research department. Our GO TO MARKET teams are looking for candidates with global experience in customer success, and our support department needs specialists in Pentesting. Pentera offers excellent employment conditions and a hybrid work environment, encouraging growth and development." Millennium Millennium is a global alternative investment firm managing over $67 billion in assets, with more than 5,600 employees, including over 1,400 technologists. In Israel, the firm employs close to 50 people and is hiring for roles such as Python Quantitative Developer, Backend Engineer (Go), Software Engineer (C#), C++ Team Lead, and C++ Developer. “Millennium values collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking. We look for talented individuals who can turn ideas into opportunities,” says Itay Lotan, Technology Center Lead, Tel Aviv.