Join the Ryan Team
Help us prove that honest software at honest prices can win
We're building something different. No VC pressure. No growth-at-all-costs mentality. Just honest tools for entrepreneurs who deserve better.
Function Before Perfection
Our philosophy isn't just a tagline. It's how we work, how we ship, and how we build.
Radical Honesty
No BS. No inflated claims. We tell customers the truth, even when it costs us sales.
Ship Fast
Weekly releases. Continuous learning. We iterate based on real usage, not assumptions.
Keep It Simple
We build what you need, not what looks good in a pitch deck. Every feature must solve a real problem.
Fair Pricing
$1/month because that's what it costs to run, plus a tiny margin. No VC pressure to maximize revenue.
How We Work
We Do:
- Ship fast, learn faster, iterate always
- Talk directly to customers every week
- Test everything with real recruiters
- Prioritize function over perfection
- Keep the team small and focused
- Work remotely, async-first
We Don't:
- Chase venture capital or growth targets
- Build features that look good in demos
- Require expensive offices or commutes
- Hold pointless meetings
- Do corporate politics or BS
- Sacrifice quality for speed (or vice versa)
Why Join Ryan
We can't compete with Big Tech salaries. But we can offer something better: meaningful work with no BS.
100% Remote
Work from anywhere. No commute. No office politics. Just results.
Competitive Salary
Fair market rates. Transparent salary bands. Annual raises based on performance.
Learning & Development
$1,000/year for courses, books, conferences. We invest in your growth.
Health Insurance
Full health, dental, and vision coverage. We cover 80% of premiums for you and your family.
Flexible Hours
Async-first work. No 9-5 requirement. Work when you're most productive.
Equipment Budget
MacBook Pro, external monitor, desk setup. We provide what you need to do great work.
Open Positions
We're growing slowly and intentionally. Every hire matters.
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What We Look For
Skills can be learned. We care more about mindset and values.
Must-Haves
- Ownership mindset: You see problems and fix them without being told
- Customer empathy: You actually care about helping small businesses succeed
- Honest communication: You tell the truth, even when it's hard
- Self-starter: Remote-first means you need to be self-motivated
- Pragmatic: You ship working solutions, not perfect ones
Nice-to-Haves
- Startup experience: You've worn multiple hats before
- Small business background: You understand our customers
- Technical depth: You can go deep when needed
- Writing skills: Clear communication is crucial when remote
- Entrepreneurial mindset: You think like an owner, not an employee
Our Hiring Process
We respect your time. No 8-round interviews or take-home projects that take 20 hours.
Application Review
Send us your resume and a brief note about why you want to join Ryan. We read every application.
Timeline: 2-3 business days
Initial Call (30 minutes)
Chat with Ryan or a team member. We talk about your background, our mission, and see if there's a fit.
Timeline: Within 1 week
Skills Assessment (2-3 hours)
A practical task relevant to the role. We pay you for your time if it takes longer than 3 hours.
Timeline: You choose when to do it
Team Interview (60 minutes)
Meet the team you'd be working with. Ask questions. See if we're a culture fit.
Timeline: Within 1 week
Offer & Onboarding
If we're both excited, we make an offer. Simple, transparent compensation. Start when you're ready.
Timeline: Offer within 2 days
Total timeline: 2-3 weeks from application to offer
We move fast but not recklessly. Every step is about mutual discovery, not hazing.
Ready to Build Something Honest?
Join us in proving that honest software at honest prices can win.
Questions about working at Ryan?
ryan@ryanrecruit.com