The Undervalued Senior Engineer: Tech's Junior Talent Obsession
2025-02-10
A tech company's 'cost optimization' led to the firing of a seasoned senior engineer, replaced by a recent bootcamp graduate. This isn't an isolated incident; it's a widespread problem. The over-reliance on junior engineers undervalues senior expertise, hindering error detection and potentially compromising system stability. This article highlights the hidden crisis behind tech's obsession with junior talent and the undervalued contributions of experienced engineers.