Onobe operates as a dedicated marketplace connecting engineering talent with hiring managers. Engineers can anonymously swipe on managers they are interested in, receiving connections only from interested parties. This platform facilitates direct, private chats once mutual interest is established between the talent and the manager.
Funding
$2.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
The traditional engineering recruitment process is inefficient, often involving unsolicited emails and a lack of control over the timing and nature of interactions. This leads to a low conversion rate from sourcing to hires for both candidates and hiring managers.
Solution
Onobe operates as a specialized marketplace designed to streamline the connection between engineering talent and hiring managers. The platform facilitates anonymous initial interactions, allowing engineers to explore opportunities without revealing their identity until mutual interest is established. This approach enhances privacy and control for candidates, while providing hiring managers with a more efficient method for sourcing and engaging prequalified professionals. The system aims to increase conversion rates and reduce the time, cost, and effort associated with recruitment.
Target Audience
The platform targets software engineers seeking new employment opportunities and hiring managers looking to recruit engineering talent efficiently.
Features
- Anonymous profile matching for initial candidate-employer interactions.
- Swipe-based interface for engineers to express interest in hiring managers.
- Verified anonymity feature that combines privacy with identity verification.
- Control over communication timing and content for candidates.
- Algorithmic matching to connect with prequalified candidates efficiently.
- Mobile application for iOS devices.