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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
Kastle 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 Kastle
Contact route not yet verified for Kastle. For a <50-person B2B company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Kastle screens for
The hiring bar at this stage (, B2B): relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously. Show what you've shipped.
Customize your CV for the Kastle role. Matching the job description language helps clear ATS filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
A recycled CV gets rejected fast at Kastle (<50 people). They notice.
Don't open with what you want. Open with what Kastle 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 Kastle?
Through the roles on our Kastle jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Kastle respond to cold emails?
Not enough data yet on Kastle's cold email response rates.
Who is the hiring manager at Kastle?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at Kastle?
Typical applicant count for B2B roles (<50 people): 50-100 in two weeks. Apply fast.
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