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How to Actually Get Hired
Who reads applications, which channel gets a reply, and what they screen for.
Why applying the normal way doesn't work
Chima is <50 people. No recruiter, no HR. Your application goes to a founder juggling everything. Cold outreach is how you actually get seen.
Who to contact at Chima
Contact route not yet verified for Chima. For a <50-person B2B company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Chima screens for
The hiring bar at this stage (, B2B): relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously. Show what you've shipped.
Customize your CV for the Chima role. Matching the job description language helps clear ATS filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
Generic CVs stand out at a <50-person company — and not in a good way. Fastest path to rejection.
Don't open with what you want. Open with what Chima is dealing with right now — is growing fast after their null round, and what you'd do about it.
The wait-and-hope strategy fails. Follow up on day five — response rates roughly double.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Chima?
Through the roles on our Chima jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Chima respond to cold emails?
Response rate data for Chima not yet confirmed.
Who is the hiring manager at Chima?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at Chima?
Expect 50-100 applicants in the first two weeks for B2B roles at this size. Apply within 72 hours for best odds.
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