Essential tech articles for English speakers in Korea

Dev Korea #1 brought together 30+ developers at Picky's awesome venue for Francis Chung's eye-opening talk on permissions, plus great networking over pizzas and drinks.

Over the past few years, I've reviewed several hundreds of resumes for tech, marketing, design sales and operations at Packative. As a foreign founder operating in Korea, I've encountered a recurring pattern: many candidates, despite impressive credentials, fall short in their applications. It's time I share my opinionated thoughts about this - with the hope the help candidates stand out.

Recap of Supabase Launch Week 15 in Seoul with 110 developers, 2 inspiring talks on Kakao login & MVP development. Next events: Dev Korea #1 & #2

Meet Kumush, a Kyrgyz fullstack developer at Circus Company in Seoul. We sat down with her to learn about her journey from Kyrgyzstan to Korea, what it's like working in tech here, and why she believes more global talent should consider a tech career in Korea.

Meet Janice, a Indonesian Global Business Manager at CLINKERS Co., Ltd. in Seoul. We sat down with her to learn about her journey from Indonesia to Korea, what it's like working in tech here, and why she believes more global talent should consider a tech career in Korea.

When we launched Dev Korea's Salary Directory, our mission was simple: bring transparency to Korea's tech salary landscape. We wanted to help professionals negotiate fairly and give companies benchmarks for competitive compensation. What we didn't anticipate was how a single number could be taken out of context, and potentially harm the very startups we aim to support.

South Korea has emerged as a global technology hub, home to tech giants like Samsung, LG, and Kakao, making it an attractive destination for international IT professionals. If you're considering a career in Korea's vibrant tech industry, understanding the visa landscape is essential for your career journey.

Meet Max Wiersma, a Dutch developer in Seoul building AI-powered language learning apps. Discover his journey, work experience, and advice for global tech talent in Korea.

Meet Josie, a British fullstack developer at Shuttle in Seoul. We sat down with her to learn about her journey from the UK to Korea, what it's like working in tech here, and her advice for having a tech career in Korea.

Meet Maximiliano “Max” Ruti, an Argentinian web developer at FunnyWorks in Seoul. We talked to him about how he went from running a farmers’ project in the Caribbean to building WebGL experiences here, and why he thinks more global talent should give Korea a shot.

Learn how to navigate nunchi, Korean "eye measure", in tech workplaces. This guide helps international professionals understand subtle social cues, improve team collaboration, and adapt to Korean corporate hierarchies while balancing cultural sensitivity with effective communication.

Learn how salary really works in South-Korea: gross pay, pension, health & employment insurance, income tax brackets, severance, and non-taxable perks. Use Dev Korea free salary calculator to see your exact take home.

Which tech skills are Korean companies hiring for in 2025—and where are global professionals finding the most opportunity? Based on Dev Korea’s latest job data, this article breaks down the most in-demand roles, rising trends in AI and mobile, and why mid-to-senior international developers are increasingly filling key gaps in Korea’s growing tech scene.

Discover which countries lead the surge in tech talent headed for Korea. Explore our exclusive data revealing trends, engagement rates, and how to land top Korean tech jobs.