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Red Hot: The Computer Science Job Market

May 19, 2011 /

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It’s no secret that there’s extraordinary competition right now for computer scientists. Both nationally and regionally, new graduates from strong programs at all degree levels are receiving extraordinary offers.

This year’s UW Computer Science & Engineering seniors have reported starting salaries as high as $105,000 (that’s the highest I’ve heard – there may be higher) and signing bonuses as high as $30,000 (ditto). Top students are describing experiences such as these (quoting from emails):

Ed Lazowska

Full Story: http://www.xconomy.com/seattle/2011/05/17/red-hot-the-computer-science-job-market/