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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 this size (<50 people), Vibrant Labs has no recruiting function. Founders handle hiring alongside everything else. Reach them directly or get lost in the inbox.
Who to contact at Vibrant Labs
We're still mapping Vibrant Labs's hiring process. At this size (<50 people, B2B, Infrastructure), a founder or department head typically decides, but we haven't confirmed it yet.
What Vibrant Labs screens for
B2B, Infrastructure companies at typically screen for relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — proof of work beats pedigree.
Tailor your CV to the specific Vibrant Labs role rather than sending a general one. Applications that mirror the language of the job description clear automated filters at a materially higher rate.
Mistakes that kill applications
Don't send the same CV you sent everywhere else. At <50 people it's obvious, and it's the fastest rejection there is.
Nobody cares what you want. Start with is growing fast after their null round and how you'd help.
Most B2B, Infrastructure applications get ghosted. A day-five follow-up can double your response rate.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Vibrant Labs?
Through the roles on our Vibrant Labs jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Vibrant Labs respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at Vibrant Labs yet.
Who is the hiring manager at Vibrant Labs?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at Vibrant Labs?
Roles at <50-person B2B, Infrastructure companies typically draw 50-100 applicants in the first two weeks. Applying inside 72 hours of a posting going live is the single biggest lever you control.
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