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I would argue that within the Valley your second paragraph actually isn't true. I've found that most people coming out of startups have a very easy time finding a job, unless they choose not to (i.e. they start their own business, etc.). I can't speak to other locales.

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There are many places where tech startups exist that aren't the Valley. I've lived in both places. Outside of the Valley I've never had a job search take less than two months (time to offer from start of search); most often it took four to six months. I haven't had to search for a job in the Valley yet, so I'll have to defer to the experience of those who have.

That's why you start the search when you don't need it, yet.

Who's to say you will need it?

If nothing else, an outside alternative improves your negotiation power within the company.

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