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OpenWork
The open source alternative to Claude Cowork
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A role stays uncontested for about four days. Here's the window, and where we put you in it.
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- livelivewatching OpenWork0 applicants
- +2h+2hrole spotted & verified1
- +4h+4hyou get the alert1
- day 3day 3you've applied~8
- day 7+day 7+hits the job boards250+
Working at OpenWork
OpenWork: The open source alternative to Claude Cowork. The team is <50 people today. For a B2B, Productivity company this size, the reality is broad remit, direct access to founders, and equity that still means something if the company works out.
Most OpenWork jobs are based in San Francisco, CA, USA.
How to actually get hired at OpenWork
Why applying the normal way doesn't work
At this size (<50 people), OpenWork has no recruiting function. Founders handle hiring alongside everything else. Reach them directly or get lost in the inbox.
Who to contact at OpenWork
We're still mapping OpenWork's hiring process. At this size (<50 people, B2B, Productivity), a founder or department head typically decides, but we haven't confirmed it yet.
What OpenWork screens for
relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously
Tailor your CV to the specific OpenWork 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 OpenWork applications
A recycled CV gets rejected fast at OpenWork (<50 people). They notice.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. OpenWork is focused on is growing — show you understand that.
Don't apply and wait. The median B2B, Productivity application gets no response ever. One follow-up at day five roughly doubles reply rates.
Applying to OpenWork? Get the contact, not the form.
The OpenWork interview process
We don't yet have verified candidate reports for OpenWork. What follows is the typical process for a <50-person B2B, Productivity company, so treat it as a model, not confirmed detail.
Interview stages
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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
OpenWork interview timeline
OpenWork runs about 7 days from first contact to offer. The median for B2B, Productivity companies at <50 people is 10 days, so OpenWork is faster than most.
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OpenWork jobs, frequently asked questions
Is OpenWork hiring right now?
We aren't tracking any live OpenWork vacancies today. We re-check daily and this page updates as soon as a role appears.
How do I apply for a job at OpenWork?
Click through to apply, or see our detailed guide on landing a job at OpenWork.
Does OpenWork respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at OpenWork yet.
Who is the hiring manager at OpenWork?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does OpenWork use?
OpenWork uses bamboohr.
How competitive is it to get hired at OpenWork?
Roles at <50-person B2B, Productivity 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.
How many rounds is the OpenWork interview?
3 stages: Intro Call, Technical Deep Dive, Final Round.
Is the OpenWork interview hard?
The interview emphasizes relevant experience and culture fit over abstract problems. Hardest stage: Final Round.
Does OpenWork give a take-home task?
No, OpenWork does not include a take-home stage.
How long does OpenWork take to get back to you?
Around 7 days across the full process.
What should I prepare for the OpenWork interview?
Study relevant experience and culture fit. At this size (<50), they care about self-sufficiency over textbook knowledge.
Where is OpenWork based?
OpenWork is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, USA.
Get OpenWork 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 OpenWork0 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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