How AI Is Eroding the First Rung of the Tech Job Ladder

Job seekers and employers are increasingly using automated tools to generate resumes and screen applications, creating a cycle where AI-produced content is being filtered by other AI systems. This proliferation of machine-generated materials complicates the hiring process, often forcing candidates to use further automation to remain competitive against algorithmic recruitment platforms. As a result, the effectiveness of these automated job search and selection strategies remains questionable for both parties involved.