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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
Recidiviz has an ATS (Greenhouse) but the real pipeline is referrals → sourced → recruiter picks → cold apps. You can still get through, but know where you stand.
Who to contact at Recidiviz
We haven't verified a contact route at Recidiviz yet. At 50-200 people in Government, the decision-maker is almost always the hiring manager or department lead, but that's a model, not something we've confirmed. We're working on it, and members get verified contacts first.
What Recidiviz screens for
At in Government, hiring bars concentrate on relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — shipped work over credentials, and evidence you can operate without process.
Don't send a generic CV to Recidiviz. Mirror the job posting's language to get past automated screening.
Mistakes that kill applications
At 50-200 people, a copy-paste CV is immediately obvious. It's an instant no.
Nobody cares what you want. Start with is growing fast after their null round and how you'd help.
Don't apply and wait. The median Government application gets no response ever. One follow-up at day five roughly doubles reply rates.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Recidiviz?
Through the roles on our Recidiviz jobs page, or directly to the hiring manager or department lead if you can reach them. At 50-200 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Recidiviz respond to cold emails?
We're still collecting cold email data for Recidiviz.
Who is the hiring manager at Recidiviz?
At this size, hiring is usually run by the hiring manager or department lead.
What ATS does Recidiviz use?
Recidiviz uses Greenhouse.
How competitive is it to get hired at Recidiviz?
50-200-person Government companies see ~150-300 applicants per role in two weeks. The 72-hour window is your advantage.
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