The information you publish about the work is part of the hiring process. Candidates cannot assess a role from a long list of employer demands.
What to look for
- 01
Describe the actual team, working hours, and scope of ownership.
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Explain what the candidate gains and what will be difficult.
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Make basic facts easy to find before asking for a lengthy interview commitment.
Keep in mind
The article describes a particular hiring market. Candidate respect and clear information remain useful even when market conditions differ.
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Give your job description to an engineer outside the company. Ask them to explain what their first month would involve; fix the gaps they identify.
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