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Plain-English guides on finding, closing, and keeping senior engineering and go-to-market hires at small startups.

How to Hire a Senior Engineer at a Startup (When the Best Ones Already Have a Job)

Larry Warren

Published on: 24/10/2026

The best senior engineers aren't applying. How founders find them, get replies, keep them through interviews, and close the offer.

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