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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, Instant 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 Instant
We haven't verified a contact route at Instant yet. At <50 people in B2B, Engineering, Product and Design, the decision-maker is almost always a founder or department head, but that's a model, not something we've confirmed. We're working on it, and members get verified contacts first.
What Instant screens for
At in B2B, Engineering, Product and Design, hiring bars concentrate on relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — shipped work over credentials, and evidence you can operate without process.
Don't send a generic CV to Instant. Mirror the job posting's language to get past automated screening.
Mistakes that kill applications
At <50 people, a copy-paste CV is immediately obvious. It's an instant no.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. Instant is focused on is growing fast after their null round — show you understand that.
Don't apply and wait. The median B2B, Engineering, Product and Design application gets no response ever. One follow-up at day five roughly doubles reply rates.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Instant?
Through the roles on our Instant jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Instant respond to cold emails?
We're still collecting cold email data for Instant.
Who is the hiring manager at Instant?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does Instant use?
Instant uses recruitee.
How competitive is it to get hired at Instant?
<50-person B2B, Engineering, Product and Design companies see ~50-100 applicants per role in two weeks. The 72-hour window is your advantage.
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