What happens after your job goes live
Once your job is approved and live, here is what to expect:
Timeline
| Stage | Typical timeline |
|---|---|
| Job goes live | Immediate after approval |
| First matches identified | 1-3 days |
| Developers review and opt in | 2-5 days |
| First candidate brief | 3-7 days |
| Introduction made | After you approve |
Timing varies based on role specifics, tech stack, and market demand. Hard-to-fill roles may take longer.
Receiving candidate briefs
When a developer opts in to your role, you receive a candidate brief containing:
- Name and profile: Who they are and their background
- Experience summary: Relevant work history and skills
- Tech stack match: How their skills align with your requirements
- Screening answers: Their responses to your questions
- Engagement signals: Summary of their activity and interests
The brief gives you everything you need to decide if you want to meet them.
Reviewing and approving
When you receive a candidate brief:
- Review the match: Read through their background and answers
- Check alignment: Do they meet your must-haves?
- Make a decision: Approve or pass
If you approve:
- We introduce you via email
- The conversation continues in your normal workflow
- You schedule interviews, calls, or next steps
If you pass:
- Nothing happens
- The candidate is not notified of rejection
- You can provide feedback to improve future matches
Your first call
After introduction, here is how to make it great:
Be responsive
Developers opted in because they are interested. A quick response keeps momentum:
- Reply to the introduction within 24-48 hours
- Suggest specific times for a call
- Keep scheduling simple
Come prepared
You already have their candidate brief. Use it:
- Reference their screening answers
- Ask about specific projects or skills
- Show you have done your homework
Set clear expectations
Tell them what to expect:
- What the interview process looks like
- Timeline to decision
- Next steps after this call
If you are not seeing introductions
If more than 7-10 days pass without candidate briefs:
- Check your job listing: Is everything complete and accurate?
- Review compensation: Is it competitive for the market?
- Adjust screening questions: Are they too restrictive?
- Complete your profiles: Company and personal profiles done?
See Not seeing matches for detailed troubleshooting.
Success checklist
Before your job goes live, maximize your chances:
- Company profile complete with logo and description
- Your personal profile has photo and headline
- Job description is clear and compelling
- Compensation is stated and competitive
- Screening questions focus on must-haves only
- Location/remote policy is clear
Completing all items significantly improves your results.
What makes a great first impression
Developers chose to engage with you. Make it count:
- Be human: This is not a transactional database query
- Be honest: Transparency builds trust for the whole process
- Be efficient: Respect their time with focused conversations
- Be prepared: Know their background before you talk
The best introductions feel like mutual discovery, not interrogation.