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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
At <50 people, Specific has no recruiting team. Your application lands with a founder who is also running sales, product and payroll. The obstacle isn't a queue or an ATS, it's being seen at all. Cold outreach outperforms the form here, consistently.
Who to contact at Specific
Contact route not yet verified for Specific. For a <50-person B2B, Engineering, Product and Design company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Specific screens for
For a B2B, Engineering, Product and Design company, expect them to prioritize relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously over credentials.
A tailored CV beats a generic one. Use Specific's job description language to clear filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
A recycled CV gets rejected fast at Specific (<50 people). They notice.
Skip 'I'm looking for...' — start with is growing fast after their null round and your specific angle on solving it.
Applying and waiting = silence. Follow up at day five — it roughly doubles your odds of a reply.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Specific?
Through the roles on our Specific jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Specific respond to cold emails?
Not enough data yet on Specific's cold email response rates.
Who is the hiring manager at Specific?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at Specific?
Typical applicant count for B2B, Engineering, Product and Design roles (<50 people): 50-100 in two weeks. Apply fast.
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