Examining the Relationship between IT Job Seekers’ Demographics and Challenges in Digital Hiring Platforms

Abstract

Introduction: This study explores the relationship between the demographic profile of Information Technology (IT) professionals and the challenges they encounter while utilizing digital platforms and innovations in hiring and screening processes. With the rapid advancement of technology, organizations increasingly rely on digital tools for recruitment, making it essential to understand how demographic factors such as age, gender, educational background, and years of experience influence the perception and experience of these innovations

Objectives: The primary objective is to examine whether demographic factors influence the challenges IT professionals face in the adoption and use of digital hiring tools, with a focus on understanding specific areas where variations might exist.

Methods: Utilizing a quantitative research approach, data were collected through structured surveys of 103 IT professionals from the Gujarat region. The Kruskal-Wallis test was applied to analyze the data and identify any statistically significant differences among the demographic groups.

Results: The findings reveal that, in most cases, demographic factors do not significantly affect the challenges faced by IT professionals. However, specific areas, such as the role of feedback in guiding inclusive practices, showed notable variation among different demographic groups.

Conclusions: The study highlights the importance of designing adaptive and inclusive hiring technologies that cater to diverse professional backgrounds within the IT sector, ensuring that digital recruitment tools are effective and equitable for all users.