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KERNEL
Crazy fast, open source infra for AI agents to use the Internet
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Working at KERNEL
KERNEL: Crazy fast, open source infra for AI agents to use the Internet. The team is <50 people today. For a B2B, Infrastructure company this size, the reality is broad remit, direct access to founders, and equity that still means something if the company works out.
Most KERNEL jobs are based in San Francisco, CA, USA.
How to actually get hired at KERNEL
Why applying the normal way doesn't work
At this size (<50 people), KERNEL has no recruiting function. Founders handle hiring alongside everything else. Reach them directly or get lost in the inbox.
Who to contact at KERNEL
We haven't verified a contact route at KERNEL yet. At <50 people in B2B, Infrastructure, the decision-maker is almost always a founder or department head, but that's a model, not something we've confirmed. We're working on it, and members get verified contacts first.
What KERNEL screens for
relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously
Don't send a generic CV to KERNEL. Mirror the job posting's language to get past automated screening.
Mistakes that kill KERNEL applications
A recycled CV gets rejected fast at KERNEL (<50 people). They notice.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. KERNEL is focused on is growing — show you understand that.
Don't apply and wait. The median B2B, Infrastructure application gets no response ever. One follow-up at day five roughly doubles reply rates.
Applying to KERNEL? Get the contact, not the form.
The KERNEL interview process
We don't yet have verified candidate reports for KERNEL. What follows is the typical process for a <50-person B2B, Infrastructure company, so treat it as a model, not confirmed detail.
Interview stages
- 1
Intro Call
Video call · 30 min
What it testsCulture fit and role expectationsUsually run byFounder or hiring manager - 2
Technical Deep Dive
Video call or in-person · 60 min
What it testsPast projects and problem-solving approachUsually run byTechnical founder or lead - 3
Final Round
In-person or video · 45 min
What it testsTeam fit and offer discussionUsually run byFounding team
KERNEL interview timeline
At 7 days, KERNEL's process is faster than typical for B2B, Infrastructure (10 days at this size).
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KERNEL jobs, frequently asked questions
Is KERNEL hiring right now?
We aren't tracking any live KERNEL vacancies today. We re-check daily and this page updates as soon as a role appears.
How do I apply for a job at KERNEL?
Apply directly through the links above, or read our guide on how to actually get hired at KERNEL.
Does KERNEL respond to cold emails?
We're still collecting cold email data for KERNEL.
Who is the hiring manager at KERNEL?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does KERNEL use?
KERNEL uses Ashby.
How competitive is it to get hired at KERNEL?
<50-person B2B, Infrastructure companies see ~50-100 applicants per role in two weeks. The 72-hour window is your advantage.
How many rounds is the KERNEL interview?
3 stages: Intro Call, Technical Deep Dive, Final Round.
Is the KERNEL interview hard?
It concentrates on relevant experience and culture fit rather than abstract puzzles. The stage candidates find hardest is Final Round.
Does KERNEL give a take-home task?
No, KERNEL does not include a take-home stage.
How long does KERNEL take to get back to you?
Around 7 days across the full process.
What should I prepare for the KERNEL interview?
Prepare for relevant experience and culture fit. A <50-person startup wants proof you can ship, not that you can whiteboard.
Where is KERNEL based?
KERNEL is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, USA.
Get KERNEL roles before they're posted
A role stays uncontested for about four days. Here's the window, and where we put you in it.
From $5.99/week, cancel any time.
- livelivewatching KERNEL0 applicants
- +2h+2hrole spotted & verified1
- +4h+4hyou get the alert1
- day 3day 3you've applied~8
- day 7+day 7+hits the job boards250+
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