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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
At <50 people, Terminal Use has no recruiting team. Your application lands with a founder who is also running sales, product and payroll. The obstacle isn't a queue or an ATS, it's being seen at all. Cold outreach outperforms the form here, consistently.
Who to contact at Terminal Use
Contact route not yet verified for Terminal Use. For a <50-person B2B, Infrastructure company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Terminal Use screens for
For a B2B, Infrastructure company, expect them to prioritize relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously over credentials.
Customize your CV for the Terminal Use 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.
Skip 'I'm looking for...' — start with is growing fast after their null round and your specific angle on solving 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 Terminal Use?
Through the roles on our Terminal Use jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Terminal Use respond to cold emails?
Response rate data for Terminal Use not yet confirmed.
Who is the hiring manager at Terminal Use?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at Terminal Use?
Typical applicant count for B2B, Infrastructure roles (<50 people): 50-100 in two weeks. Apply fast.
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