Goldman Sachs Ups Its Game to Lure Top Tech Talent

Goldman Sachs' new CIO, Elisha Wiesel, is spearheading initiatives to make the firm more appealing to top tech talent by adopting a Silicon Valley-like culture, including a relaxed dress code. The goal is to attract engineers who might otherwise choose tech giants like Google or Facebook. Despite its reputation for being tech-savvy, Goldman is making an extra push to recruit both new graduates and mid-career professionals. The firm has a significant number of engineers, comparable to Facebook's entire workforce, highlighting its commitment to technology.

What change did Elisha Wiesel implement to make Goldman Sachs more appealing to tech talent?

• Increased salaries

• Flexible working hours

• Relaxed dress code

• Remote work options

What is the primary goal of Goldman's new initiatives?

• To increase profits

• To reduce operational costs

• To attract top technology talent

• To expand globally

Which companies are mentioned as competitors for tech talent?

• Apple and IBM

• Google and Facebook

• Netflix and Twitter

• Amazon and Microsoft

How is Goldman Sachs perceived on Wall Street in terms of technology?

• As a financial risk

• As a tech-savvy firm

• As a small player

• As a traditional bank

What is the approximate number of engineers working at Goldman Sachs?

• 20,000

• 5,000

• 9,000

• 15,000