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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), Caribou has no recruiting function. Founders handle hiring alongside everything else. Reach them directly or get lost in the inbox.
Who to contact at Caribou
We're still mapping Caribou's hiring process. At this size (<50 people, B2B, Finance and Accounting), a founder or department head typically decides, but we haven't confirmed it yet.
What Caribou screens for
B2B, Finance and Accounting companies at typically screen for relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — proof of work beats pedigree.
Tailor your CV to the specific Caribou 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. Caribou is focused on is growing fast after their null round — show you understand that.
Most B2B, Finance and Accounting applications get ghosted. A day-five follow-up can double your response rate.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Caribou?
Through the roles on our Caribou jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Caribou respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at Caribou yet.
Who is the hiring manager at Caribou?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does Caribou use?
Caribou uses Greenhouse.
How competitive is it to get hired at Caribou?
Roles at <50-person B2B, Finance and Accounting 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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