Client's Testimonial

Developers.dev didn't just build us a website; they built the core of our new business model. Their AI team is brilliant, and their project management is flawless. Our new platform has cut our candidate sourcing time in half and has become our single biggest competitive advantage.

Jessica Vance, Founder & CEO, FinTech Connect

Client Overview

FinTech Connect is a leading boutique recruitment agency specializing in high-level talent for the financial technology sector, including roles in blockchain, quantitative analysis, and AI. While they had deep industry connections, their existing process relied on LinkedIn and a generic ATS, which failed to capture the nuanced skills of their candidates or impress their enterprise clients. They needed a proprietary platform to solidify their market leadership, improve efficiency, and create a new, scalable revenue stream.

Problem

FinTech Connect was struggling to scale. Their recruiters spent over 60% of their time manually sifting through resumes and LinkedIn profiles, trying to match complex skill sets that generic platforms didn't understand. They were losing high-value candidates to faster competitors and couldn't effectively showcase their unique value proposition to major financial institutions.

Key Challenges

Nuanced Skill Matching:

Inability of existing tools to differentiate between "Python for data science" and "Python for low-latency trading."

Inefficient Workflow:

Heavy reliance on manual processes, spreadsheets, and multiple disconnected systems.

Lack of Differentiation:

Difficulty standing out in a crowded market and proving their technological edge to clients.

Scalability Concerns:

The existing manual process was a bottleneck to business growth.

Our Solution

Developers.dev partnered with FinTech Connect to design and build a custom, AI-driven job portal from the ground up. We deployed a dedicated "AI / ML Rapid-Prototype Pod" to create a platform that would serve as a sophisticated talent ecosystem.

🧠 AI-Powered Matching Engine:

We developed a custom machine learning model that understands the context of FinTech skills, ranking candidates based on nuanced experience and project history, not just keywords.

⚡ Automated Candidate Funnel:

The platform integrated resume parsing, automated screening questions, and a streamlined application process, feeding directly into a custom-built candidate management dashboard.

🤝 Client & Candidate Portals:

We created secure, intuitive portals for clients to post jobs and track applicants, and for candidates to manage their profiles and applications, creating a premium user experience.

📊 Data Analytics & Insights:

A comprehensive analytics dashboard was built to provide both FinTech Connect and their clients with insights on hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and time-to-fill metrics.

Implementation and Execution

Discovery & Strategy:

Conducted a 2-week deep-dive workshop with FinTech Connect's top recruiters to map out every step of their ideal workflow.

Agile Development:

Utilized a 2-week sprint cycle, providing regular demos to gather feedback and ensure alignment.

Technology Stack:

Chose a modern stack of Python (for the AI backend), Node.js, React, and AWS for scalability and performance.

Integration:

Seamlessly integrated with their email marketing platform and calendar systems for interview scheduling.

Security First:

Implemented bank-grade security protocols and encryption to protect sensitive candidate and client data, following our SOC 2 certified processes.

Phased Rollout:

Launched the platform to a select group of beta clients to fine-tune the user experience before a full market launch.

Positive Outcome

⏱️ 45% Reduction in Time-to-Source:

The AI engine instantly surfaced qualified candidates, dramatically cutting down on manual sourcing time.

✨ 30% Increase in Client Retention:

Enterprise clients were impressed by the platform's professionalism and data insights, leading to larger, longer-term contracts.

💰 New Revenue Stream:

The platform's success allowed them to launch a new "self-service" job posting tier, creating a scalable revenue source.

🚀 200% Increase in Qualified Candidate Sign-ups:

The superior user experience and precise job matching attracted top-tier talent to the platform organically.

Why Choose Us

🤖 AI Expertise:

Our dedicated AI/ML Pod delivered a truly intelligent solution.

🎯 Niche Understanding:

We invested time to understand the unique needs of the FinTech market.

🏃‍♂️ Agile Process:

Our iterative approach ensured the final product was a perfect fit.

🔑 Full IP Ownership:

FinTech Connect owns 100% of their platform, a valuable business asset.

☁️ Scalable Architecture:

The AWS-based solution is ready to grow with their business.

🤝 End-to-End Partnership:

We provided everything from initial strategy to post-launch support.

💬 Transparent Communication:

A dedicated project manager and shared tools kept them informed at every stage.

🔒 Security & Compliance:

Our certified processes gave them and their enterprise clients peace of mind.

🏆 Business-Outcome Focus:

We didn't just deliver code; we delivered a solution that drove tangible business results.

Conclusion

By partnering with Developers.dev, FinTech Connect successfully transitioned from a service-based agency to a tech-enabled platform business. Their custom job portal is now the foundation of their growth, demonstrating the power of bespoke development in creating a sustainable competitive advantage.

Building a Dominant AI-Powered Job Portal for the FinTech Industry

Industry Technology, Financial Services, Recruitment