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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
Harper 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 Harper
Contact route not yet verified for Harper. For a <50-person Fintech, Insurance company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Harper screens for
The hiring bar at this stage (, Fintech, Insurance): relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously. Show what you've shipped.
Customize your CV for the Harper role. Matching the job description language helps clear ATS filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
A recycled CV gets rejected fast at Harper (<50 people). They notice.
Don't open with what you want. Open with what Harper 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 Harper?
Through the roles on our Harper jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Harper respond to cold emails?
Response rate data for Harper not yet confirmed.
Who is the hiring manager at Harper?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does Harper use?
Harper uses Greenhouse.
How competitive is it to get hired at Harper?
Expect 50-100 applicants in the first two weeks for Fintech, Insurance roles at this size. Apply within 72 hours for best odds.
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