What is Hackajob?
Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, Hackajob operates an online marketplace designed to accelerate the hiring process for companies seeking engineers. The platform distinguishes itself by connecting employers with candidates who have already demonstrated proficiency in specific technical domains. This approach streamlines recruitment by focusing on proven abilities, thereby reducing time-to-hire and improving the quality of engineering hires. Hackajob's model addresses a critical need in the tech industry for efficient and effective talent acquisition.
How much funding has Hackajob raised?
Hackajob has raised a total of $7.3M across 2 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$579K
Series A
$6.7M
Angel/Seed (2016): $579K with participation from London Co-Investment Fund, Potential VC, and Downing
Series A (2018): $6.7M led by AXA Venture Partners and Downing
Key Investors in Hackajob
London Co-Investment Fund
The London Co-Investment Fund (LCIF) is a venture capital fund backed by the London Mayor's office, focusing exclusively on London-based startups. It has a history of investing in fintech and technology-driven businesses that offer direct improvements to consumers or businesses.
Potential VC
Potential VC is an impact venture fund builder dedicated to fostering conscious leaders and supporting founders in high-impact innovation areas with patient capital and community support.
AXA Venture Partners
AXA Venture Partners (AVP) is a global venture capital fund with a focus on technology-enabled companies. It operates through early-stage and growth-stage funds, providing capital and business development opportunities to help portfolio companies scale internationally.
What's next for Hackajob?
The recent major strategic investment signals Hackajob's readiness for its next phase of expansion. With a total funding base of $7.3M, the company is well-positioned to enhance its platform capabilities, broaden its market reach, and potentially explore new technological integrations. This capital infusion is likely to fuel further development of its AI-driven matching algorithms and expand its services to cater to a wider array of technical roles and industries, solidifying its position as a leader in the specialized engineering recruitment market.
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