Question 1

What is Kasp?

Accepted Answer

Kasp is a curated talent marketplace that connects elite engineers with AI startups and high-growth tech companies. We match top talent with the best opportunities through our Match Day process.

Question 2

What is Kasp Match Day?

Accepted Answer

Match Day is a monthly 48-hour event where companies submit salary-backed offers to pre-vetted candidates. You apply once, and on Match Day you receive multiple offers from companies that want to interview you. You then choose which companies to interview with.

Question 3

Can I work in AI even if that's not my current title?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Kasp welcomes engineers from various backgrounds. If you have experience building technical systems and are interested in AI work, you may be a great fit for AI engineering roles.

Question 4

What types of companies are hiring through Kasp?

Accepted Answer

Kasp works with AI startups, high-growth tech companies, and companies backed by top VCs like Y Combinator, Sequoia, Lightspeed, and others. We focus on quality over quantity.

Question 5

How much does it cost to participate?

Accepted Answer

Kasp is completely free for candidates—forever. No subscriptions, no hidden fees, no success fees. You get access to top companies, multiple salary-backed offers, and a dedicated Concierge Recruiter to guide you through every step, all at no cost.

Question 6

What happens if I don't get any offers on Match Day?

Accepted Answer

If you don't receive offers on Match Day, our team will work with you to improve your profile and increase your chances for the next Match Day. We're committed to helping you find the right opportunity.

Question 7

How is Kasp different from LinkedIn or other job platforms?

Accepted Answer

Most platforms either require you to endlessly apply, or let recruiters find you through scraped data. Kasp is a consent-first marketplace: you create your profile, control your visibility, and companies compete for you with salary-backed offers. Your data is never scraped, sold, or shared without your permission.

Question 8

What makes Kasp different from agencies and contingency recruiters?

Accepted Answer

Agencies juggle dozens of clients and charge 20–25% of salary per hire. Kasp gives you a dedicated hiring sprint focused entirely on your role — pre-qualified engineers, fit-checked for interest and comp alignment, delivered in days. Flat predictable pricing, no surprises, and a 90-day replacement guarantee on every hire.

Question 9

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

We offer flexible enterprise plans tailored to your hiring needs — from one-time sprints to ongoing engagements. Every plan includes candidate vetting, AI-powered sourcing, and a 90-day replacement guarantee. Contact our partnerships team at team@kasp.pro for a customized proposal.

Question 10

How are engineers vetted?

Accepted Answer

Every engineer goes through a rigorous vetting process. We review technical experience, verify background, and confirm real-world experience building production systems. Candidates are also checked for interest, comp alignment, and availability before any introduction. Only the top tier makes it through.

Question 11

What if I don't make a hire?

Accepted Answer

If we don't deliver qualified candidates within the sprint window, we extend at no additional cost. If you expand to an ongoing engagement, your sprint fee is applied as a credit. You pay for speed and execution — we carry the risk.

Question 12

How is Kasp different from sourcing tools like Gem, HireEZ, or Apollo?

Accepted Answer

Sourcing tools scrape the internet for contact information and rely on cold outreach. Kasp is fundamentally different: every candidate in our network has opted in. This means higher response rates, better quality, and zero compliance risk. No scraped emails, no purchased lists — just warm, pre-vetted engineers matched by AI.

Question 13

Why not just use our internal recruiters?

Accepted Answer

Internal recruiters are great for steady-state hiring, but most teams lack the bandwidth or network reach for urgent or specialized engineering roles. Kasp gives you instant access to 270K+ engineers across SF, NYC, London, and top tech hubs — with AI-powered matching and dedicated recruiter support. We're a force multiplier for your team, not a replacement.

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