Developer Satisfaction Survey 2019: Summary Report

41% of developers reported experiencing 'crunch' culture, characterized by periods of extended and often unpaid overtime.

Support for unionization is high, with 54% of surveyed developers favoring collective action to address compensation and workplace equity issues.

The industry faces significant job instability, as 22% of respondents reported working for three or more different employers within the last five years.

While 65% of professionals remain committed to the industry due to the creative nature of the work, only 42% believe their employers are genuinely committed to diverse hiring practices.

The workforce remains predominantly male at 71%, though there is a gradual increase in representation for women and non-binary individuals.

Despite a growing recognition that diversity is critical for business success, significant gaps persist in pay equity and senior-level representation for marginalized groups.