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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, s2.dev 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 s2.dev
We're still mapping s2.dev's hiring process. At this size (<50 people, B2B, Infrastructure), a founder or department head typically decides, but we haven't confirmed it yet.
What s2.dev screens for
B2B, Infrastructure companies at typically screen for relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — proof of work beats pedigree.
Tailor your CV to the specific s2.dev role rather than sending a general one. Applications that mirror the language of the job description clear automated filters at a materially higher rate.
Mistakes that kill applications
Don't send the same CV you sent everywhere else. At <50 people it's obvious, and it's the fastest rejection there is.
Nobody cares what you want. Start with is growing fast after their null round and how you'd help.
Most B2B, Infrastructure applications get ghosted. A day-five follow-up can double your response rate.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to s2.dev?
Through the roles on our s2.dev jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does s2.dev respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at s2.dev yet.
Who is the hiring manager at s2.dev?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at s2.dev?
Roles at <50-person B2B, Infrastructure companies typically draw 50-100 applicants in the first two weeks. Applying inside 72 hours of a posting going live is the single biggest lever you control.
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