Case Study: Hiring Scala Developers in the AdTech Space
We recently closed a fast-paced recruitment project, securing 3 Scala Developers for a client in the AdTech sector in just 45 days.
Below is a quick snapshot of how we tackled this with a data-driven approach, some key wins, and, of course, a few bumps along the way.
Below is a quick snapshot of how we tackled this with a data-driven approach, some key wins, and, of course, a few bumps along the way.
🔄 Conversion Rates
- Screening → First Interview: 53.3%
- First → Final Interview: 37.5%
- Final Interview → Offer: 100%
- Offer Acceptance: 100%
Even though there was no pressure from the customer, we wanted to demonstrate our competence and a high sense of urgency.
💡 Key Wins
Efficiency in Screening
With 53.3% of screened candidates moving to the first interview stage, we cut the noise and focused only on top-tier talent.
Having worked in-house and on the receiving side, we are well aware of the importance of providing niche talent aligned with the hiring team's expectations. This decreases the administrative burden and saves interviewing time for managers and engineers, who can instead focus on producing mission-critical outputs.
On-Point Offer Acceptance
A 100% acceptance rate means we nailed the alignment between the candidates and the client’s culture, compensation, and future growth potential. This wasn’t luck, it was precise expectation-setting from day one to ensure we worked in close partnership to ensure the highest conversion rate.
Speed Under Pressure
Hiring in 45 days in the Scala market is no joke. It proves how effective processes and close collaboration with clients can get things done, even in tight timelines.
Thankfully, the feedback was swift and the successful candidates promptly moved through the process, making this a breeze for us.
Efficiency in Screening
With 53.3% of screened candidates moving to the first interview stage, we cut the noise and focused only on top-tier talent.
Having worked in-house and on the receiving side, we are well aware of the importance of providing niche talent aligned with the hiring team's expectations. This decreases the administrative burden and saves interviewing time for managers and engineers, who can instead focus on producing mission-critical outputs.
On-Point Offer Acceptance
A 100% acceptance rate means we nailed the alignment between the candidates and the client’s culture, compensation, and future growth potential. This wasn’t luck, it was precise expectation-setting from day one to ensure we worked in close partnership to ensure the highest conversion rate.
Speed Under Pressure
Hiring in 45 days in the Scala market is no joke. It proves how effective processes and close collaboration with clients can get things done, even in tight timelines.
Thankfully, the feedback was swift and the successful candidates promptly moved through the process, making this a breeze for us.
🚧 Challenges We Faced
Talent Shortage
Finding skilled Scala Developers who would thrive in the high-load AdTech domain isn’t easy. We had to get creative with our sourcing strategy, expanding the talent pool by tapping into lesser-known networks and passive candidates.
Keeping Engagement High
In a fast-moving tech recruitment market, keeping candidates warm throughout the whole process is key. Regular touchpoints, consistent feedback, and personalized communication made sure no one dropped off. We also addressed all the concerns preemptively and continuously supplied both sides with up-to-date information.
Competitive Offers
Scala Developers know their value, and they have options. We had to shape offers that went beyond just the numbers, focusing on growth, culture, and the broader appeal of the client’s team and projects.
Talent Shortage
Finding skilled Scala Developers who would thrive in the high-load AdTech domain isn’t easy. We had to get creative with our sourcing strategy, expanding the talent pool by tapping into lesser-known networks and passive candidates.
Keeping Engagement High
In a fast-moving tech recruitment market, keeping candidates warm throughout the whole process is key. Regular touchpoints, consistent feedback, and personalized communication made sure no one dropped off. We also addressed all the concerns preemptively and continuously supplied both sides with up-to-date information.
Competitive Offers
Scala Developers know their value, and they have options. We had to shape offers that went beyond just the numbers, focusing on growth, culture, and the broader appeal of the client’s team and projects.
📊 Industry Benchmark Check
Screening to Interview Rate: Industry average is 40% (LinkedIn 2023 Recruitment Benchmark). Ours? 53.3% — well above the standard.
Offer Acceptance: The average tech offer acceptance rate is 85%. We hit 100%, ensuring that every offer was on point for both sides.
Time to Hire: The tech industry average is 45-60 days. We landed on the lower end at 45 days.
Provided it was also a narrow niche specialty, where time to hire can increase to 60-90 days, we believe it was worth highlighting in this summary.
Screening to Interview Rate: Industry average is 40% (LinkedIn 2023 Recruitment Benchmark). Ours? 53.3% — well above the standard.
Offer Acceptance: The average tech offer acceptance rate is 85%. We hit 100%, ensuring that every offer was on point for both sides.
Time to Hire: The tech industry average is 45-60 days. We landed on the lower end at 45 days.
Provided it was also a narrow niche specialty, where time to hire can increase to 60-90 days, we believe it was worth highlighting in this summary.
November, 27 / 2024
