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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
With only <50 employees, Basepilot doesn't have dedicated recruiters. Founders review applications between running the company. The challenge isn't competition — it's visibility. Direct outreach wins.
Who to contact at Basepilot
We're still mapping Basepilot'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 Basepilot screens for
B2B, Productivity companies at typically screen for relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — proof of work beats pedigree.
Tailor your CV to the specific Basepilot 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.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. Basepilot is focused on is growing fast after their null round — show you understand that.
Most B2B, Productivity applications get ghosted. A day-five follow-up can double your response rate.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Basepilot?
Through the roles on our Basepilot jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Basepilot respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at Basepilot yet.
Who is the hiring manager at Basepilot?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at Basepilot?
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.
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