Hiring at Rapid7
As we grow our teams, we’re committed to upholding our values through each stage of our hiring process. Our Talent Acquisition team works consultatively with our business to ensure we are attracting great talent, creating exceptional candidate experiences, and matching qualified professionals with career opportunities that enable them to thrive.
We know that when teams bring multidimensional knowledge and experience together, there’s no challenge we can’t solve. As the frontline responsible for building out this workforce, we evaluate candidates on their ability to drive impact, the skills they bring to the role, and their ability to uphold and support our work as global cybersecurity citizens.
Our Hiring Approach
At Rapid7, we look for people who are ready to make an impact. Whether you're joining us for the first time as a new hire, or progressing in your career with us, you can expect to be evaluated on the skills you bring, the results you drive, and how well you live our core values. This consistent approach helps us stay aligned on what success looks like across the organization, and ensures we're growing together in the right direction.
Interview conversations are designed to be two sided. We are excited to learn more about you and your work, and we encourage you to be curious as you learn more about the opportunity. While there may be some exceptions, below is an overview of three important interview stages that you can expect as you move through the hiring process with us.
More About Hiring and Interviews
The goal of our interviews is to understand how you've created impact, used your skills to deliver high quality results, and how you approach challenges. We will ask questions to uncover and understand specific scenarios you've been in, the role you played, the skills you used, and the outcomes that were delivered.
Depending on the role, we may also require you to complete an assessment to determine your technical skills. Some examples include a technical screening for a software engineering role, or a mock pitch meeting for an Account Executive role.
Our core values drive how we work. As we grow our teams, we look for individuals whose behavior and decision making reflects these values. Review each of our 5 core values (Challenge Convention, Impact Together, Be an Advocate, Never Done, Bring You) on our culture page to learn more.
Utilizing Artificial Intelligence in the Recruitment Process
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the world we live in, becoming an increasingly integral part of our daily lives. At Rapid7, AI helps us work more efficiently and effectively to drive business impact, while maintaining human judgment and oversight at all times.
Below are some examples of acceptable and prohibited uses of AI for both our hiring teams, and for candidates moving through the application and interview process. Our goal is to be transparent and provide a positive and efficient experience for everyone, while getting to learn more about you, your individual experiences, and your specific thought process.
We are committed to a fair and equitable hiring process for all. If you require AI tools for the purpose of accessibility, please let our hiring team know ahead of time.
Rapid7's AI Policy for Recruitment
For Rapid7 Hiring Teams
We may use AI to identify applicants who are potentially a strong match for the role, based solely on the skills and experience listed on their resume.
Using AI to draft personalized outreach messages, then reviewing and editing them to ensure accuracy and tone.
Leveraging AI for scheduling or administrative efficiency without removing the human touch in communications.
Using AI to suggest structured interview questions based on job requirements.
We will never use AI to score or reject candidates without human review, especially in ways that could introduce bias.
For Candidates
Preparing for the interview – using AI to research the company, generate practice questions or conduct a mock interview, crafting and organization of resumes to highlight critical skills & experience relevant to the role.
Accessibility needs - using AI for accommodations that level the playing field, which will be determined on a case by case basis.
Coding assistants - responsible and transparent use of AI coding assistants is permitted, which requires (a) the ability to explain how the candidate is using any such agent, (b) an explanation of what the output code does, (c) identification of where any bugs could be located, and (d) an understanding of how the code can be improved.
Candidates are prohibited to use AI in any way that misrepresents their skills, experiences, or identity at any point in the hiring process.
Recruitment Scams: How to Stay Vigilant
Bad actors have been known to target jobseekers by impersonating recruitment teams. Please be aware that Rapid7 and our Talent Acquisition team will never ask you to disclose sensitive information over email, messaging apps, or phone calls. We will also never send you a link to install a particular software, or make purchases of any kind at any point during our interview process.
Chris, Sydney
Be Intentional - both in your application and during the interview process. This means making sure your resume looks appropriate for the specific role you're applying for. For interviews being intentional is to research and prepare. Focus on clear and concise examples of situations where you have made a real impact, difficult situations you've overcome, and any cross-functional collaboration you've had.
Mary Catherine, Boston
Asking thoughtful questions shows that you've not only done your homework but are also genuinely engaged in the opportunity. It tells us that you're thinking critically about your potential role, our company culture, and how you can contribute to our mission.
Jaclyn, Boston
One of the best ways to stand out when pursuing a role is by showing genuine enthusiasm and a clear, thoughtful understanding of why you're interested in a position and company. Don’t be discouraged if you are not an expert in the product or technology. What matters is your passion for our mission, your belief in the work we are doing, and your eagerness to contribute. Demonstrating a willingness to learn and grow alongside a team can be just as powerful as areas of expertise!