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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
Carma is <50 people. No recruiter, no HR. Your application goes to a founder juggling everything. Cold outreach is how you actually get seen.
Who to contact at Carma
Contact route not yet verified for Carma. For a <50-person B2B, Operations company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Carma screens for
For a B2B, Operations company, expect them to prioritize relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously over credentials.
A tailored CV beats a generic one. Use Carma's job description language to clear filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
Generic CVs stand out at a <50-person company — and not in a good way. Fastest path to rejection.
Don't open with what you want. Open with what Carma is dealing with right now — is growing fast after their null round, and what you'd do about it.
The wait-and-hope strategy fails. Follow up on day five — response rates roughly double.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Carma?
Through the roles on our Carma jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Carma respond to cold emails?
Not enough data yet on Carma's cold email response rates.
Who is the hiring manager at Carma?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does Carma use?
Carma uses Lever.
How competitive is it to get hired at Carma?
Typical applicant count for B2B, Operations roles (<50 people): 50-100 in two weeks. Apply fast.
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