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A Nigerian lady shared how she landed a backend engineer interview even though the application for the role had already closedShe explained that she discovered the job on LinkedIn and decided to try an unusual approach to reach the company directlyHer story, including the special mail she sent, has sparked conversations online as many praised her bold strategyCHECK OUT: How to Start Earning with Copywriting in Just 7 Days – Even if You’re a Complete BeginnerA Nigerian lady secured an interview for a Backend Engineer role even though applications for the position had already closed. She explained the strategy she used after discovering the role on LinkedIn.According to her, she drafted a mail and sent it to someone she suspected to be the company’s CTO. Before doing so, she had looked into the company on LinkedIn, studied its profile, and made a decision on how to approach them.Job seeker bags backend engineer interview despite closed role
Photo source: Twitter/@starfire_barbieSource: TwitterThe CTO responded to her message, requested her CV, and eventually scheduled her for an interview. However, she has not confirmed whether she got the job as she is still in the interview stage.Read alsoLady Gets Sacked From Her New Job Due To How She Was Dressed on First DayThe young lady shared the story on her social media page, @starfire_barbie, on X (formerly Twitter). Explaining her strategy, she wrote:Find the stories that matter to you – faster. Use our new search tool: Click to search!”I saw a role on LinkedIn I loved but it was closed. Went through the people section of the company, deduced the likeliest person to be the CTO, sent him this absolute banger of a cold DM, got a CV request then an assessment link and interview invite.”Job seeker clinches backend interview after closed listing through cold mail
Photo source: Twitter/@starfire_barbieSource: TwitterShe also posted a screenshot of the mail she sent to the company, while concealing some sensitive details. The mail reads in part:”Subject: Application for Backend Engineer Role.””Good Afternoon Sir,””I hope you’re having a great week. I came across the Backend Engineer role at _ Technologies, and even though it appears to be closed, I felt compelled to reach out directly.””Over the past year, I have been deeply immersed in building backend systems using Node.js (Nest.js, Express.js), PostgreSQL, and Prisma, technologies that align directly with the role you’re hiring for. I would love to share my portfolio, particularly two projects that closely align with __ mission.”Read also”No money, no contacts” UK-based Nigerian quits job, moves back to Nigeria to start from scratch”I am passionate about fintech and excited about the kind of systems __ is developing. I am eager to contribute and grow within your team.””I have also linked my GitHub below, where you can explore other passion projects in similar tech stacks. I would be happy to discuss any of my work further if that would be helpful.”Her post drew several reactions as many people shared their thoughts on her bold move and the strategy she adopted.Reactions as lady lands backend engineer interview after role was closed@duru_tobe noted:”That’s some next-level networking.”@Dannyounge stated:”What a bold step.”@elreymega expressed:”I love clean communication… It’s like a brain massage. To more wins… Cheers.”@Marvwhiz stressed: “I really want to start a career in the tech space but don’t know how to go about, I’ll love if anyone can mentor me and guide me on the right part.”Read also”I wanted to feel unique” Nigerian man shows up in Ankara for bank interview, gets surprised@Marvwhiz asked: “I really want to start a career in the tech space but don’t know how to go about, I’ll love if anyone can mentor me and guide me on the right part.”@elreymega explained:”I love clean communication… It’s like a brain massage. To more wins… Cheers.”Man lands NNPC job, reveals offer mailMeanwhile, Legit.ng recently published a story about an applicant who successfully passed an interview in the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited recruitment and shared the mail he received.The mail confirmed that he had been employed by the company, with his position and date of resumption clearly stated.Don’t miss out! Join Legit.ng’s Sports News channel on WhatsApp now! Source: Legit.ng