Most common roles played by women in the tech sector
Is there a glass ceiling in the tech sector?
How many women hold management positions in the industry?
The tech sector is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors of today's economy. However, the participation of women in this sector is still low, which is a challenge for equality and overcoming the gender gap.
In Spain, only 19.8% of people working in the tech sector are women. This figure is similar to the European average, which stands at 19.1%. It should also be noted that the wage gap between men and women in the tech sector is smaller than in other sectors.
In Spain, the wage gap is 8.9%, compared to an average of 12% in other sectors. However, women are underrepresented in leadership positions in the tech sector. In Spain, only 4.5% of Tech Leads are women.