An Indian-origin techie, Sudarshan Kamath, currently based in Palo Alto, California, has gone viral on X (formerly Twitter) after sharing a job opening that challenges traditional hiring practices. The post, which has garnered 3.32 lakh views so far, stated that for a salary of ₹1 crore, “you don’t need a college degree or resume.” The listing is for a full-stack lead role at Bengaluru-based startup Smallest AI.
Hiring for a full-stack lead at ₹1 crore CTC
The position offers a total compensation package of ₹1 crore per annum, which includes a ₹60 lakh base salary and ₹40 lakh in ESOPs (employee stock options). The startup is looking for an immediate joiner to work from its Indiranagar office in Bengaluru.
The role is full-time and based on-site, with a five-day workweek, though the company notes some flexibility in scheduling.
Skills and experience needed
Applicants must have a minimum of 4–5 years of experience and must be proficient in Next.js, Python, and React.js. Candidates with hands-on experience in scaling systems from 0 to 100 will be given preference.
In a break from traditional hiring filters, the company makes it clear that a college degree and resume are not required. However, it emphasizes that the candidate must be a hands-on developer, as the position is not a managerial one.
Application process
To apply, candidates are asked to send a brief 100-word introduction of themselves along with links to their best work to info@smallest.ai. The subject line should read “Cracked Full Stack Lead.”
Social media reactions
The post sparked a wide range of responses on X. One user, @satvikkhare31, commented, “3.4 lacs per month is good money for a bachelor, but for someone who is married, it is fine, nothing extraordinary.”
Another user, @thehungrybird_, replied with a hint of sarcasm, “You said cracked! I'm in!”
A third user, @BhushanRautFSE, shared a practical concern, saying, “It's a great opportunity, but I think at least hybrid should be there.”
Hiring for a full-stack lead at ₹1 crore CTC
The position offers a total compensation package of ₹1 crore per annum, which includes a ₹60 lakh base salary and ₹40 lakh in ESOPs (employee stock options). The startup is looking for an immediate joiner to work from its Indiranagar office in Bengaluru.
The role is full-time and based on-site, with a five-day workweek, though the company notes some flexibility in scheduling.
Hiring a cracked full-stack lead at Smallest AI
— Sudarshan Kamath (@kamath_sutra) July 7, 2025
Salary CTC - 1 Cr
Salary Base - 60 LPA
Salary ESOPs - 40 LPA
Joining - Immediate
Location - Bangalore (Indiranagar)
Experience - 4-5 years minimum
Languages - Next JS, Python, React JS
Work from Office - 5 days a week (slightly…
Skills and experience needed
Applicants must have a minimum of 4–5 years of experience and must be proficient in Next.js, Python, and React.js. Candidates with hands-on experience in scaling systems from 0 to 100 will be given preference.
In a break from traditional hiring filters, the company makes it clear that a college degree and resume are not required. However, it emphasizes that the candidate must be a hands-on developer, as the position is not a managerial one.
Application process
To apply, candidates are asked to send a brief 100-word introduction of themselves along with links to their best work to info@smallest.ai. The subject line should read “Cracked Full Stack Lead.”
Social media reactions
The post sparked a wide range of responses on X. One user, @satvikkhare31, commented, “3.4 lacs per month is good money for a bachelor, but for someone who is married, it is fine, nothing extraordinary.”
Another user, @thehungrybird_, replied with a hint of sarcasm, “You said cracked! I'm in!”
A third user, @BhushanRautFSE, shared a practical concern, saying, “It's a great opportunity, but I think at least hybrid should be there.”
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