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How We Vet

25,000+ applicants reviewed. 1,000 accepted.

Every engineer on OctogleHire has passed a rigorous 5-stage vetting process. No shortcuts, no self-reported skills — just verified, exceptional talent.

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25,000+

Applicants Reviewed

1,000

Engineers Accepted

1 in 25

Acceptance Rate

5

Vetting Stages

94%

6-Month Retention

< 6%

Replacement Rate

Applicant funnel — from 25,000 down to 1,000

Applications received
25,000+
Pass screening
~10,000
Pass assessment
~3,500
Pass interview
~1,750
Pass background check
~1,500
Approved & matched
1,000
Stage 01

Application Screening

Apply. Verify. Shortlist.

24–48 hours
~40% advance

Every developer submits a detailed application covering work history, tech stack proficiency, portfolio projects, and salary expectations. Our recruitment team manually reviews each profile against role-specific criteria.

What We Evaluate

Minimum 2 years of professional experience
Verifiable employment history and project portfolio
Clear communication in written English
Alignment with in-demand tech stacks (40+ supported)
Realistic rate expectations for their experience level

Common Rejection Reasons

×Incomplete or generic applications
×Unverifiable work history
×Skill claims that don't match portfolio evidence
Stage 02

Technical Assessment

Challenge. Evaluate. Prove.

3–5 hours (self-paced)
~35% advance

Shortlisted candidates complete a rigorous, stack-specific coding assessment designed by senior engineers. These aren't trivial algorithm puzzles — they're real-world scenarios that test how a developer actually works.

What We Evaluate

Stack-specific challenges (React, Node.js, Python, Go, Java, etc.)
Timed coding problems testing problem-solving under pressure
Code quality review — readability, structure, and best practices
Architectural thinking — how they approach system design
Edge case handling and error management

Example Assessment Tasks

Build a REST API with authentication and data validation
Implement a responsive UI component with state management
Debug and optimise a production codebase with performance issues
Design a database schema for a given set of requirements
Stage 03

Live Technical Interview

Meet. Discuss. Validate.

60–90 minutes
~50% advance

Candidates join a live interview with our engineering panel. This is a two-part session: a system design deep-dive followed by a soft-skills and communication evaluation. We assess how they think, not just what they know.

What We Evaluate

System design — can they architect scalable solutions?
Trade-off analysis — do they understand real-world constraints?
Communication clarity — can they explain technical decisions?
Collaboration signals — how do they respond to feedback?
English fluency — professional working proficiency required

Interview Format

30 min — System design walkthrough (live whiteboard)
20 min — Technical deep-dive on past projects
20 min — Communication, culture fit, and working style
10 min — Q&A and candidate questions
Stage 04

Background & Reference Checks

Verify. Reference. Confirm.

3–5 business days
~85% advance

We verify employment history, contact professional references, and confirm identity. Only candidates with a proven track record of consistent delivery and positive team feedback make it through.

What We Evaluate

3+ professional references from previous managers or leads
Employment history verification (dates, roles, companies)
Identity and credential verification
Assessment of reliability, professionalism, and team impact
Any red flags from past engagements

What We Ask References

“How would you rate their technical skills relative to peers?”
“Did they consistently meet deadlines and deliverables?”
“How did they handle disagreements or technical trade-offs?”
“Would you hire them again for a similar role?”
Stage 05

Approved & Matched

Match. Onboard. Deliver.

Ongoing
Final 1 in 25

Approved developers join our verified talent network and are immediately eligible for matching. We match based on skill fit, timezone overlap, rate alignment, and availability. Performance is tracked continuously.

After Approval

Profile goes live in our matching engine within 24 hours
Matched to open roles based on tech stack, timezone, and rate fit
Companies receive 3–5 curated profiles within 48 hours of posting
Ongoing performance monitoring and quarterly reviews
Developers who underperform are removed from the network

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