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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
Outerport 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 Outerport
Contact route not yet verified for Outerport. For a <50-person B2B, Engineering, Product and Design company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Outerport screens for
For a B2B, Engineering, Product and Design company, expect them to prioritize relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously over credentials.
Customize your CV for the Outerport role. Matching the job description language helps clear ATS 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 Outerport is dealing with right now — is growing fast after their null round, and what you'd do about it.
Applying and waiting = silence. Follow up at day five — it roughly doubles your odds of a reply.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Outerport?
Through the roles on our Outerport jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Outerport respond to cold emails?
Not enough data yet on Outerport's cold email response rates.
Who is the hiring manager at Outerport?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at Outerport?
Typical applicant count for B2B, Engineering, Product and Design roles (<50 people): 50-100 in two weeks. Apply fast.
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