What are some of the advantages of working with an organization like Toptal? Disadvantages?
The advantages are plenty, but I will mention two that are most important to me. First, there is an abundance of really great jobs. I have worked on projects with clients from around the world in industries that I would have not be able to break into. It's radically different than other freelance sites like UpWork in that TopTal recruiters work diligently to match your skillsets with a specific role. There's literally is a team of very qualified recruiters who work with you to find the right role. And second, I have never had an issue with payments. TopTal handles all client billings and simply deposits the money directly to your bank account.
One disadvantage is that it can take a bit of time to land your first client. Beyond the initial vetting process, each job usually has 2-3 candidates applying for each position and you need to really stand out in your client interview. Being that you are a part of the "top 3%", that means you are in the company of really smart people.
What sort of screening process did it take to become an Engineer at Toptal, and what recommendations would you have for someone interested in doing the same as yourself?
The screening process was very thorough. Initially, I had two conversations about my experience/background and what I wanted to get out of my relationship with TopTal. Next was a series of technical interviews that were challenging, but fair.
If you are interested in TopTal, then I would suggest applying. Be ready to answer questions around why you feel TopTal is the right fit for you and what you want to get out of the relationship.
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The advantages are plenty, but I will mention two that are most important to me. First, there is an abundance of really great jobs. I have worked on projects with clients from around the world in industries that I would have not be able to break into. It's radically different than other freelance sites like UpWork in that TopTal recruiters work diligently to match your skillsets with a specific role. There's literally is a team of very qualified recruiters who work with you to find the right role. And second, I have never had an issue with payments. TopTal handles all client billings and simply deposits the money directly to your bank account.
One disadvantage is that it can take a bit of time to land your first client. Beyond the initial vetting process, each job usually has 2-3 candidates applying for each position and you need to really stand out in your client interview. Being that you are a part of the "top 3%", that means you are in the company of really smart people.
The screening process was very thorough. Initially, I had two conversations about my experience/background and what I wanted to get out of my relationship with TopTal. Next was a series of technical interviews that were challenging, but fair.
If you are interested in TopTal, then I would suggest applying. Be ready to answer questions around why you feel TopTal is the right fit for you and what you want to get out of the relationship.