Our Vetting Process
We don't just match developers, we rigorously vet them to ensure they're startup-ready, technically excellent, and client-facing from day one. Every developer goes through our multi-stage process, designed to guarantee quality, speed, and delivery confidence.
Our 7-Step Vetting Process
At No Bull Code, we don't just match developers, we rigorously vet them to ensure they're startup-ready, technically excellent, and client-facing from day one.
Step 1
Profile & Experience Screening
We begin with a deep review of each candidate's background and resume.
3+ years of hands-on development experience
Proven delivery in production environments
Strong alignment with modern tech stacks and startup needs
No generic resumes, we look for impact and depth
Outcome: We filter out weak fits early, saving time and effort.
Step 2
Communication & Remote Work Simulation
We assess whether the developer can work independently and communicate clearly in a distributed team.
Live English fluency check
2-minute async Loom video simulating a client update
Written communication and responsiveness evaluation
Outcome: Only developers who can work autonomously and communicate like a remote teammate move forward.
Step 3
Role-Specific Technical Challenge
Developers complete a practical task based on their role — focused on real-world, production-ready skills.
Frontend:
Build a dynamic, responsive UI using modern component architecture and state management
Backend:
Develop a secure, scalable API with database integration and clean logic
Full Stack:
Deliver a complete feature across frontend and backend layers
Data/DevOps:
Build an ETL pipeline or deploy infrastructure with CI/CD and cloud tools
AI/ML:
Create and deploy a working ML pipeline with proper data prep, model training, and evaluation
Outcome: We confirm job-readiness using real-world tasks.
Step 4
Live Technical Interview
Our senior engineers conduct a 1-on-1 deep-dive session to assess technical judgment and problem-solving.
System design and architecture discussion
Code walkthrough or debugging scenarios
Evaluation of trade-offs, scalability thinking, and clarity
Outcome: Only developers who can work autonomously and communicate like a remote teammate move forward.
Step 5
Codebase & Portfolio Review
Where possible, we audit the candidate’s real past work (GitHub, apps, or client projects).
Code structure and modularity
Commit discipline and test coverage
Reusability, comments, and deployment readiness
Outcome: We get real proof of capability, not just test scores.
Step 6
Tagging & Match Precision
Once approved, each developer is added to our CV pool with detailed tags:
Stack expertise
Timezone and availability
Strengths (e.g. MVP builder, scale engineer, DevOps)
Soft skill profile and communication rating
Outcome: When you make a request, we respond with a precisely matched, client-ready developer, usually within 7 days.
Step 7
Continuous Feedback Loop
Our vetting doesn’t stop at placement. We maintain feedback loops and performance tracking to ensure ongoing alignment.
Check-ins during the first few weeks
Quick replacement guarantee if needed
Feedback incorporated into vetting refinement
Outcome: You're never stuck. We're accountable beyond the match.
Why Clients Trust No Bull Code
At No Bull Code, we vet real-world-ready developers, fast. Our startup-focused process ensures top talent in under 7 days with a risk-free replacement guarantee.
Only the top 5–8% of applicants make it through
Real-world vetting, not generic tech tests
Startup-aligned: our process mirrors your real dev needs
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