Oct 6, 2026 · Live virtual event

Tampa Virtual Job Fair for Tech Companies

Hire from a 50K+ Tampa Bay tech workforce poised for modest 2026 growth.

Book a booth → See the Tampa fair overview

Why exhibit at the Tampa Virtual Job Fair

Tampa Bay currently employs more than 50,000 residents in tech occupations (Tampa Bay EDC), and the Tampa Business Journal reports the sector is positioned for modest job growth in 2026. Tampa Bay EDC explicitly targets Information Technology as a top growth industry alongside healthcare and finance. The Tampa Virtual Job Fair on Oct 6, 2026 brings your tech team in front of pre-registered Tampa Bay candidates without flying recruiters in.

The Tampa Bay tech talent pool

50,000+ Tampa Bay residents in tech occupations (Tampa Bay EDC)
IT is a top-3 priority growth industry for Tampa Bay EDC
Modest 2026 growth projected (Tampa Business Journal)
Major tech-adjacent employers: Citi (tech ops), Raymond James, USAA, Nielsen, ConnectWise
Pipelines from USF, University of Tampa, St. Petersburg College, Eckerd

Roles tech companies typically recruit for

Software Engineers (web, mobile, full-stack)
Data Engineers & Analysts
Cloud & DevOps Engineers
Cybersecurity Analysts
Product Managers
QA & Test Engineers

How the booth works for tech companies

Reach pre-registered Tampa Bay tech candidates in one live event
Filter by stack, seniority and remote-willingness
Booths support 1-on-1 chat and technical screen links
ATS-ready resume export

Booth packages

Standard booth at $150, premium at $500. Includes branded virtual booth, jobs feed, 3 booth staff, live video chat, resume drops with ATS export.

See full pricing →

FAQ — Tech at the Tampa Virtual Job Fair

Is most Tampa tech talent remote or on-site?

Mix of both. Many candidates prefer hybrid in Tampa/St. Pete area but a significant share is fully remote-willing.

How does Tampa tech salary compare to Miami or Orlando?

Generally 5-10% lower than Miami for equivalent roles, in line with Orlando. Cost of living is significantly lower.

Do many financial services tech candidates attend?

Yes — given Tampa's deep finance back-office presence, many tech candidates have fintech, banking ops, or insurance-tech experience.

Are candidates open to relocation within Tampa Bay?

Most candidates are open to commuting across the Bay (Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, Brandon).

Can I run technical screens during the event?

Yes. We integrate with HackerRank/CoderPad via shared links.

Ready to recruit at the Tampa Virtual Job Fair?

Book your booth before Oct 6, 2026. Pre-registered candidates open booth visits 2 weeks before the event.

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