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HOW IT WORKS
There are just under 8 billion people in the world today. That means close to 80 million people are in the top 1% of talent – and they live everywhere.
Crossover’s aim is to hire remote talent exclusively from this group. We not only believe that it’s possible to build a business where every worker is a rockstar – we’re already doing it.
It's not easy to qualify for a role on Crossover... because our system of assessments is designed to shortlist only the top 1% of applicants.
But it's worth it... because qualifying on Crossover is the ticket to a world-class job (with matching pay).
If you're up for the challenge, here’s what to expect...
STEP 1
Chat-style screening interview.
Your application starts with a short 15–20 minute conversation with our AI interviewer. This step confirms whether your background, experience, and qualifications align with the role you’ve chosen - so you don’t waste time on a position that isn’t the right match.
Just upload your CV and answer a few straightforward questions about your skills, education, and eligibility. The AI checks for essential fit criteria before you move on to the next stage. Final hiring decisions are always made by human experts - this first step is designed to make sure that you’re starting in the right lane.
STEP 2
Cognitive aptitude test.
Because we accept applications from all over the world, every role on Crossover attracts thousands of candidates. To shortlist fairly, we use a 15-minute Criteria Cognitive Aptitude Test (CCAT) to measure problem-solving and learning ability - essential skills that predict real-world performance better than résumés alone.
Each role has its own target score range. If you don’t meet it the first time, don’t worry - you can retake the test after six months. It’s a quick, objective way to show that you can excel in a high performance role.
STEP 3
Prove real-world job skills.
There’s more to great work than test scores. This step is where you show what you can actually do. You’ll complete a job-specific assignment designed to mirror real-world tasks for the role - for example, software engineers write code, while marketing managers create campaign content.
Your work is graded blindly to eliminate bias and guarantee fairness. It’s a straightforward way to demonstrate your skills in action and prove that you can deliver results in a real-world setting.
STEP 4
Interview with the hiring manager.
By the time you reach this stage, you’ve already proven your skills through objective assessments - so the pressure is off. Unlike traditional interviews that rely on gut feel or repetitive skill questions, this conversation is about culture fit, not filtering.
Think of it as a two-way discussion. The hiring manager gets to know your working style, and you get a chance to ask about the team, projects, and expectations. It’s a relaxed final vibe check to confirm mutual alignment before moving forward.
STEP 5
Accept job offer.
And that’s pretty much it! Crossover’s turnaround from initial application to offer can happen in as little as three days. Once we’ve identified that someone truly is in the top 1% of the talent pool, we want to place them into a role ASAP. We’re often recruiting for multiple roles at the same level, so it’s not uncommon for all the best candidates to receive an offer.
One Last Thing
Pass proctored test.
Please note: if you pass the Crossover testing process and get a job offer, you’ll be asked to complete a proctored version of the CCAT test. Provided you can repeat your score under strict exam conditions, you're in!
This is a necessary step to ensure that the candidates who attempt to cheat on the test cannot get in. (So seriously, don't bother attempting to cheat, it'll only waste your time).
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