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How to Become an X-Teamer

Learn what it takes to get hired at X-Team, a community-driven remote staffing agency that connects top software developers from around the world with leading brands.

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Who We're Looking For

We're looking for people who can thrive in a remote, high-trust, global team. Culture fit matters as much as technical skill at X-Team. That looks like:

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    Ownership

    You see what needs to happen and you take action, without waiting to be told. On distributed teams, that self-direction is what keeps work moving and builds trust.

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    Strong communicator

    You don't need perfect grammar. You do need to communicate complex technical ideas clearly and consistently in American business English, spoken and written.

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    Adaptability

    Our developers serve on teams that include members from a wide variety of cultures, time zones and working styles. X-Teamers find that exciting, not overwhelming.

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    Character

    We look for developers with low ego and high accountability, people who bring positive, forward-looking momentum to the teams they join.

Inside an X-Team Job Description

Our job board is updated every day, with the freshest roles at the top. Each listing spells out what you need to know to figure out if you're a match.

  • Tech StackThe languages you'll be working in day to day.
  • Seniority LevelSkill and ownership expectations.
  • LocationAffects time-zone overlap.
  • Most ImportantNon-negotiable. The skills the team needs from you on day one.
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  • About the RoleWhat you'll be working on.
  • Nice to HaveBonus skills that help but won't disqualify you.
  • Personal TraitsHow you think and work.

The X-Team Hiring Process, Step by Step

  1. 01

    Apply

    Browse jobs.x-team.com and apply to a specific role, or submit a general application and we'll reach out when a matching opportunity comes up.

  2. 02

    Talk to Our Recruitment Team

    Your first conversation isn't technical. We're evaluating cultural fit and English fluency.

  3. 03

    Complete the Skills Assessment

    A deep-dive into your experience and a technical evaluation that builds the profile we share with our client.

  4. 04

    Meet the Client

    When we find a strong match, we schedule an interview so you and the client can determine if there is mutual fit.

  5. 05

    Sign Your Contract

    If everything lines up, a final conversation covers terms, start date and logistics.

    Then you're in!

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8 Tips to Stand Out When Applying at X-Team

Make it easy for us to see who you are.

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    Treat your CV like a README

    Someone should understand it in under 60 seconds. Freshest experience on top.

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    Highlight Your Impact

    Instead of writing “worked on a backend service,” describe the outcome.

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    Share Remote Work Experiences

    Include details about projects where you were part of a global team. 

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    Keep Your Online Presence Updated

    Your CV and your LinkedIn should align on the big picture and the details.

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    Include Your Side Projects

    An active GitHub or a write-up of a side project show how you think.

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    Prepare for Your Interviews

    Research the people you're going to meet, and come with a question or two.

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    Don't Overthink the Assessment

    We want clean, readable and maintainable code, not the most complex solution you can imagine.

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    Be yourself

    Talk about what you're into, technical or not. The interests, background, and perspective that make you you are a real part of what makes a great X-Teamer.

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Frequently Asked Questions About How to Become an X-Teamer

  • What is X-Team?

    X-Team is a remote staffing agency that connects software developers with companies like Riot Games, Fox and Epic Games. X-Team has been fully remote since 2006.

  • Do I need to be a senior developer to apply to X-Team?

    No, you do not need to be a senior developer to apply to X-Team. Roles span every seniority level, and each job listing spells out the experience a specific client needs.

  • What's the interview process like at X-Team?

    The X-Team interview process has five steps: apply, talk with the recruitment team, complete a skills assessment, meet the client you'd be working with and sign your contract.

  • Is X-Team fully remote?

    Yes, X-Team is fully remote. X-Team has been remote since 2006, so this isn't a pandemic-era shift, it's how the company was built. Location mostly matters for time-zone overlap with your client team.

  • How long does the X-Team hiring process take?

    Timelines vary by role and how many candidates are in the pipeline at the time. Once you're matched with X-Team, the team will walk you through exactly what's next.

  • What if I don't get matched to a role at X-Team right away?

    If you don't get matched to a role at X-Team right away, that's not the end of the road. Update X-Team on any new experience you gain, and keep your profile current, which puts you in a good position when new opportunities open up.

  • What happens after I'm placed with an X-Team client?

    After you're placed with a client, you become part of the X-Team community, with programs like Unleash, X-Outposts, X-Summit and online community events designed to keep developers connected with each other and growing.