How I Approach Hiring
Technical hiring can be better. Here's how I make it more human, practical, and transparent for everyone involved.
Take-Home Assessments Over Live Coding
Real-world evaluation that mirrors actual work conditions
Key Benefits
Candidates can use their preferred tools and environment
No pressure of being watched while coding
Demonstrates practical problem-solving skills
Shows code quality and documentation habits
Allows for thoughtful, well-structured solutions
“Traditional technical interviews like leetcode-style challenges feel disconnected from real-world software development.”
Transparent Communication
Clear expectations and honest feedback throughout the process
Key Benefits
Candidates know exactly what to expect at each stage
Detailed feedback helps candidates improve
Builds trust and respect regardless of outcome
Reduces anxiety and improves candidate experience
Creates positive brand impression even for rejections
“Keeping shadow requirements hidden just wastes everyone's time. Be clear, be transparent, be honest.”
Role-Specific Evaluation
Tailored assessments that match actual job responsibilities
Key Benefits
Tests skills that will actually be used on the job
Provides realistic preview of work expectations
Eliminates bias toward algorithm memorization
Focuses on collaborative and practical skills
Better predicts actual job performance
“Focus on the practical, collaborative skills engineers use every day, not memorization of algorithms.”
Human-Centered Approach
Treating candidates as people, not just resources
Key Benefits
Recognizes the stress and effort of job searching
Provides support and encouragement throughout process
Values candidate time and preparation
Creates inclusive environment for all backgrounds
Builds long-term relationships beyond hiring decisions
“Job searching is hard enough without adding unnecessary stress and uncertainty to the process.”
Hiring Results
Measurable improvements in hiring quality, efficiency, and candidate experience
95%
Team Retention Rate
Through careful hiring and onboarding
12+
Engineers Successfully Hired
Across multiple organizations and roles
30%
Reduced Interview Time
By eliminating redundant steps