Dev Journal

Evaluating Recruitment Pricing Models: A Deep Dive

We analyzed different recruitment pricing models, focusing on their incentives and suitability for startups versus agencies.

Job Boards vs AI Matching: Which Fills a Developer Role Faster

Job boards and AI matching solve different halves of the same hiring funnel: one maximizes inbound volume, the other maximizes precision before a human looks at a candidate. Here is how to reason about which wins for a given role, and how to combine both instead of picking a side.

AI Bias in Hiring: Where It Comes From and How to Audit for It

AI bias in hiring usually comes from proxy variables and skewed training data, not explicit rules. Here is how it gets in, how to audit for it, and what NYC Local Law 144 requires.

Finding the Right LinkedIn Recruiter Alternative for Small Teams

We explored various recruitment platforms and discovered more cost-effective alternatives to LinkedIn Recruiter, enhancing our outreach process significantly.

Navigating GDPR: Retention of Recruitment CVs

We clarified our approach to CV retention under GDPR, balancing compliance with effective recruitment.

Navigating the EU AI Act: Essential Insights for Recruiters

We developed a practical compliance checklist for recruiters navigating the EU AI Act's high-risk classifications in hiring.

Navigating a Confidential Job Search: Strategies for Discretion

We implemented features allowing candidates to maintain anonymous profiles while searching for jobs, enhancing privacy and control over their job search.

Understanding ATS Rejections: The Hidden Filters

We identified critical factors causing automatic rejections in applications, enabling candidates to better navigate ATS systems.

Decoding CV Keywords: Enhancing Developer Job Matches

We improved our skill extraction algorithm to better match developer resumes with real job vacancies, avoiding keyword stuffing.

Navigating the Remote Developer Job Market: A Practical Guide

We refined our application strategy to focus on targeted roles, significantly increasing our interview invitations.

Crafting an ATS-Friendly Resume: Parsing Challenges and Solutions

We refined the structure of our developer CVs to enhance ATS compatibility, resulting in better parsing and visibility for candidates.

Deciding When Startups Need an Applicant Tracking System

We built a lightweight applicant tracking system to streamline hiring after reaching a tipping point in open roles and weekly applicants.