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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 this size (<50 people), tpaga has no recruiting function. Founders handle hiring alongside everything else. Reach them directly or get lost in the inbox.
Who to contact at tpaga
We're still mapping tpaga's hiring process. At this size (<50 people, Fintech, Payments), a founder or department head typically decides, but we haven't confirmed it yet.
What tpaga screens for
Fintech, Payments companies at typically screen for relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — proof of work beats pedigree.
Tailor your CV to the specific tpaga 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.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. tpaga is focused on is growing fast after their null round — show you understand that.
Most Fintech, Payments applications get ghosted. A day-five follow-up can double your response rate.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to tpaga?
Through the roles on our tpaga jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does tpaga respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at tpaga yet.
Who is the hiring manager at tpaga?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at tpaga?
Roles at <50-person Fintech, Payments 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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