Ask HN: What's the deal with “don't see your perfect role? apply anyway” jobs?

1 points by maximp 8y ago ↗ HN

I'm job-hunting now, and so many startups have a "don't see your perfect job? apply anyway!" link on their jobs page. I always think it's a sham; the response rates for POSTED roles are abysmal as is. Has anyone had any luck applying for these "create your own role" postings?

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JSeymourATL 8y ago ↗

Early Stage staff famously wear many hats and these companies are often hard-pressed to find & attract talent.

You see something in them. They see potential in you. Both parties are willing to take a flyer on each other. Stranger things have happened.