As we approach a season of change, employees from 11 tech companies around NYC shared why they joined their teams and what they’re looking forward to accomplishing next with the help of new talent.

“Don’t you love New York in the fall?”

If you’re anything like Tom Hanks’ character in the classic ’90s movie, You’ve Got Mail, this sentiment has resonance. Detailing his adoration for “The City That Never Sleeps,” Hanks goes on to wish that he could express his appreciation for the season by sending his virtual pen pal a bouquet of freshly sharpened pencils.

For some people, fall is a season of familiarity and comfort. For others, it’s a season of change — an opportunity to welcome new beginnings without the pressure of a new year.

Even as the tech industry faces uncertainty, companies in New York City continue to grow. According to TechRadar, job listings in 2022 are trending to capture talent through a candidate-first mindset. 

Whether you’re looking for an inclusive team with thriving employee resource groups (ERGs), an organization with mission-focused leadership or a work culture that supports exploring your curiosity, many companies are putting their people first.