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Fall Career Moves: 8 Companies Growing Their Teams in October

Updated 10/2/2026
Fall Career Moves: 8 Companies Growing Their Teams in October
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From financial powerhouses and software security leaders to sustainable energy and mortgage innovators, these eight companies are expanding their teams and hiring across roles in October.

October brings continued hiring momentum across multiple industries. As organizations move into the final quarter of the year, many are expanding their teams to support key end-of-year initiatives, strengthen operations, and lay the groundwork for long-term growth in the upcoming year.

This month’s roundup highlights eight standout companies hiring across a wide range of functions, including corporate strategy, technology, data analytics, engineering, and customer success. Whether you are looking to advance in institutional investing, pioneer sustainable energy grids, secure the software supply chain, or facilitate seamless real estate transactions, these organizations share a clear focus on attracting dedicated talent to drive their missions forward.

If you are actively job searching or simply exploring what opportunities are available this autumn, these employers are worth a closer look.

Capital One

Capital One company profile
Capital One cultureWorking at Capital One

We’re working on some bold, transformative things. What’s in it for you? A career surrounded by brilliant minds. People from different backgrounds, experiences, and education levels. Coming together to create a sense of belonging. Supporting you where you are and where you want to be. That’s life at Capital One.

Sonatype

Sonatype company profile
Sonatype cultureWorking at Sonatype

Our vision at Sonatype is to transform the way the world innovates. While this may sound audacious, it’s what we’ve been focused on since day one. We’re doing this by helping organizations, through their developers, build higher-quality software that’s more aligned with business needs, more maintainable, and more secure. We believe a diverse team, varied experiences, and the support to share those perspectives is what makes it possible to succeed in such a lofty goal. While we have offices in the U.S., U.K., and Australia, our talented team lives and works anywhere and everywhere. From Alaska to Colombia to Singapore, our reach is wide and continues to grow.

Vanguard

Vanguard company profile
Vanguard cultureWorking at Vanguard

Vanguard is changing the way the world invests. Because when you invest with courage, clarity, and care, you have the chance to get so much more in return. Vanguard invests with purpose–and that’s how they’ve become a global market leader. They grow by doing the right thing for the people they serve. They want to make success accessible to everyone. This is your opportunity, and Vanguard wants to help you make it count.

Southern California Edison (SCE)

Southern California Edison (SCE) company profile
Southern California Edison (SCE) cultureWorking at Southern California Edison (SCE)

As one of the nation’s largest electric utilities, we’re bringing more clean and renewable sources of energy to Southern California.

From energy storage to transportation electrification, our employees are working on innovative projects that will help cut emissions and greenhouse gases to provide cleaner air for everyone.

We have diverse teams, made up of inventors, doers and problem solvers. The people here at SCE don't just keep the lights on. The mission is so much bigger. We are fueling the kind of innovation that is changing an entire industry, and quite possibly the planet.

Follow us across our different social channels and visit www.edisoncareers.com to learn more about who we are and how we’re working together to create a better tomorrow.

NAVEX

NAVEX company profile
NAVEX cultureWorking at NAVEX

We're a team of people making a difference doing what we love. Our culture is highly collaborative; we think creatively, thrive on achieving excellence, and are passionate about producing incredible results. We proudly embrace our team's diversity and advocate an environment where inclusion is at the forefront of how we engage with each other. If you believe in doing the right things right, we're looking for people just like you.

GM Financial

GM Financial company profile
GM Financial cultureWorking at GM Financial

At GM Financial, we’re passionate about fulfilling dreams of mobility. Every day we pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters. As a subsidiary of General Motors, we are a global provider of auto finance solutions.

Our worldwide team of more than 9,000 visionaries, creators, problem-solvers and innovators is transforming the auto finance industry. Our team members welcome new ideas and support one another in a collaborative, inclusive environment. Each role contributes to our work, and we’re committed to investing in your professional achievements as you grow with us.

We don’t just work together. We thrive together.

Cadence

Cadence company profile
Cadence cultureWorking at Cadence

At Cadence, we are more than just a technology company—we are a community of innovators united by our One Cadence—One Team culture. We believe in creating an environment where every employee is empowered to do their best work, supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and purpose-driven workplace.

Our team members are passionate, dedicated, and collaborative, consistently going above and beyond for our customers, communities, and one another. Fostering a culture of belonging and excellence is not just a part of our values; it is a core pillar of our business strategy. We are accelerating the future of intelligent systems and advanced electronics, tackling the most complex computational software challenges across various industries. From AI and 5G to automotive, aerospace and defense, and molecular design, our technology is transforming what is possible.

At Cadence, you will work on cutting-edge innovations, collaborate with industry-leading clients, and address some of the toughest challenges in technology. We are hiring across a wide range of technical and business roles. If you are ready to make an impact and grow your career in a dynamic, innovative environment, Cadence is the place for you.

Pulte Mortgage

Pulte Mortgage company profile
Pulte Mortgage cultureWorking at Pulte Mortgage

Pulte Mortgage’s company culture is centered around a core value system which includes Do the Right Thing, Work as a Unified Team, and Smile Daily—just to name a few. Since 1972, they’ve enjoyed building relationships with well over half a million families, helping each of them find the right mortgage for their needs. This also means that they recruit and hire employees who are dedicated to making a difference to be part of their Pulte family.

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