Getting Hired and Staying Relevant in Tech 2026

Summary
Join us as we explored the evolving landscape of the tech industry and what it means for engineering leaders and individual contributors alike. In this session, we’ll unpack the realities of the current job market, the skills and tools that matter most, and the industry pivots shaping opportunities in 2026. More importantly, we’ll focus on practical strategies to get hired, stay employable, and remain relevant in a rapidly changing environment.

About the Speaker
Peter Nguyen is a former Amazon Software Development Manager with extensive experience spanning both startups and large organizations. He has served as CTO for multiple startups and held various engineering leadership roles across diverse industries. Peter has worked on projects ranging from global payments platforms to music tech and smart city technology, all while growing high-performing teams, shaping collaborative environments, and establishing and managing new office locations.

Agenda:
5:00 - 5:15pm Welcoming + Social (small groups in breakout rooms)
5:15 - 6:25pm - Talk + Q&A
6:25 - 6:30p.m. - Wrap up

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