7-year-old coding prodigy gets job offer from Russian IT firm

A seven-year-old from St Petersburg has received a job offer from a leading Russian IT firm, reports BBC.

Sergey, a young programming enthusiast, has gained recognition for his online tutorials, where he explains complex coding techniques with simplicity and enthusiasm. His YouTube channel, boasting over 3,500 subscribers, features lessons on Python, Unity, and neural networks, catering to viewers keen on exploring artificial intelligence.

Impressed by Sergey's remarkable abilities, Pro32, an information security firm based in Moscow, extended an offer for him to become their head of corporate training. Under Russian law, Sergey cannot accept paid employment until he turns 14. However, Pro32's CEO, Igor Mandik, expressed optimism about collaborating with the prodigy and his family in the interim.

Speaking to the BBC World Service, Mandik likened Sergey's skills to those of a "Mozart," highlighting not just his programming expertise but also his unique teaching approach. 

Sergey's father, Kirill, welcomed the opportunity, describing the family's excitement for future possibilities with Pro32. While discussions about remuneration are premature, Mandik acknowledged that salary negotiations would align with market conditions when the time comes, the BBC report details.