Myth vs Fact of Working in the Tech Industry

There are many myths of working in the tech industry. Today, let’s debunk some of the most common myths of pursuing a career in the tech industry.?

Myth #1: Tech industry is for men

We’ve read and perhaps heard that the tech industry is for men. However, this stereotype has long been swept away with times. At Rakuten, this gender gap is closed. 40.3% of our workforce are females! We commit to be a workplace that embraces inclusivity and equality in all forms, striving towards being an equal opportunity employer.?

Myth #2: You need to be a mathematician?

Struggled through your mathematics class of algebra and calculus? Fret not, it’s not a deal breaker when looking for candidates. The tech industry is a large field, and it is more than just coding. If you do not have a natural affinity with numbers, you can always opt for jobs like product owner, project manager, and business analyst to name a few.?

Myth #3: Everyone in tech is young

There are people of all ages working in the tech industry. At Rakuten, employees are all varied ages from under 30 to over 50. It’s a myth that everyone in the tech industry is young.?

The common myths about the tech industry might have painted the field as confusing and impossible to master, but these misconceptions are not representative of the tech industry we are living in today.?