Airswift blog

13 questions to ask when hiring for data center and cloud roles

nathalia.duarte@airswift.com (Nathalia Duarte) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:23:11 GMT

Data center and cloud infrastructure roles are now mission-critical for uptime, security, and scalability, so hiring the right people means going beyond a keyword checklist. Structured, well-targeted interview questions will help you uncover whether a candidate can design, operate, and evolve complex environments at the pace your business needs.

Employee retention with RPO designed PDP frameworks

Natalie Colvin — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:20:40 GMT

A Professional Development Plan (PDP) is meant to define how a role evolves over time: the skills an employee builds, the responsibilities they take on, and the impact they are expected to deliver as they progress.

Soft skills every technical professional needs to advance their career

Leanna Seah — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:54:21 GMT

As technical professionals progress in their careers, many reach a point where technical expertise alone is no longer enough to move them forward. Strong coding ability, systems knowledge, and architectural thinking remain essential, but now impact is defined by how well that expertise is applied in increasingly complex, human‑centric environments.

AI as a career accelerator and a talent acquisition multiplier

Natalie Colvin — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:24:21 GMT

The GETI 2026 findings are clear: AI adoption is accelerating, and its impact on work goes far beyond automation.

Professionals are increasingly using AI to upskill, extend their capabilities, and perform at a more senior level, reshaping how roles are designed, evaluated, and progressed.

5 oil and gas projects in Africa fueling the future

nathalia.duarte@airswift.com (Nathalia Duarte) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:11:07 GMT

The eyes of the oil & gas industry are focused on African countries. While currently producing 10% of the world’s oil, its vast geological potential and prospects for commercially attractive discoveries continue to draw major operators seeking long‑life resources.

A guide to Indonesian visas and work permits

Hetty Margaretha Ruata — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:29:38 GMT

How to get a working permit in Indonesia

As Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy, Indonesia is an attractive choice when it comes to expanding your business overseas. Over the last 10 years, Indonesia has seen steady growth and is set to become the fourth-largest economy in the world by 2050.

What is an Employer of Record? Questions to ask when choosing an EOR

Leanna Seah — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:35:41 GMT

What is an Employer of Record (EOR)?

An Employer of Record (EOR) is a third-party organisation that helps businesses legally employ workers in other countries. The EOR becomes legally responsible for managing all aspects related to the employment of a worker, including payroll, benefits, taxes and labour law compliance.

How to sell yourself when changing industries - Airswift

Leanna Seah — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:45:19 GMT

At some point in your career, you’ve probably heard that little voice whispering: “Quit your job. Start fresh. Follow your dreams.”

Some people answer that call, but many do not.

Solar energy in Asia Pacific: trends, projects and job opportunities

nathalia.duarte@airswift.com (Nathalia Duarte) — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:04:51 GMT

Almost all Asian countries acknowledged the urgency of reducing carbon emissions and set net zero targets, particularly those heavily dependent on imported fossil fuels.

Combined with sharp declines in PV system costs over the past decade, this has positioned solar as one of the fastest-growing renewable energy sources in Asia.

How to balance caregiving responsibilities with career growth

Diyaa Mani — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 02:20:21 GMT

Caregiving responsibilities can be challenging to balance with a career, but strategies for managing both effectively exist.