Introducing Rai: A Remote-First Tech Job Board for Southeast Asia
Rai, a newly launched remote-first tech job board, is setting out to revolutionize how Southeast Asian job-seekers connect with global startups. Founded by Neil Matthams, a seasoned recruiter with nearly a decade of experience in the Philippine tech industry, Rai aims to provide a high-quality platform that bridges the gap between talented professionals and innovative companies worldwide.
What Sets Rai Apart?
Rai focuses on addressing common frustrations faced by job-seekers and employers alike. Here are the platform’s key features:
- Verified Employers and Roles: Every employer and job posting is thoroughly vetted to ensure legitimacy, eliminating scams and low-quality listings.
- Remote-First Opportunities: All roles are remote-first, with clear labels indicating whether they’re “Work from Anywhere” or have geo-constraints, such as being limited to Philippine-based applicants.
- Transparent Salaries: Each job listing includes upfront salary details, promoting clarity and fairness.
- Curated Listings: Rai prioritizes quality over quantity by avoiding scraped jobs, ensuring fewer but more relevant opportunities for job-seekers.
- Free for Job-Seekers: The platform is completely free for job-seekers, making it accessible to a wide audience.
- Manual Job-Seeker Verification: To maintain a focus on Southeast Asian talent, all job-seekers undergo a quick manual verification process. This helps prevent spam, recruitment bots, and applications from outside the region, ensuring a better experience for both candidates and employers.
Targeting Top Tech Talent
The platform specializes in advertising roles across key tech disciplines, including Software Engineering, Data, Machine Learning/AI, QA, Product Management, and Design. With its emphasis on remote-first opportunities, Rai is poised to attract top-tier talent while supporting companies in finding the right candidates for their needs.
Community-Driven Approach
Since its soft launch, Rai has already seen overwhelming support from the Philippine tech community. With nearly 100 pre-registered job-seekers, including alumni from some of the country’s leading startups, the platform is well-positioned for success. The initial rollout focuses on the Philippines, with plans to expand across Southeast Asia in the future.
What’s Next for Rai?
Rai’s full launch is scheduled in the coming weeks, with job postings set to go live soon. In the meantime, the platform remains open for pre-registration, inviting job-seekers to sign up and join a growing community of professionals eager to explore high-quality remote roles.
Neil shares his gratitude for the incredible support from his network and the broader tech community. “The enthusiasm and encouragement we’ve received have been nothing short of amazing. I’m excited to see how Rai can make a difference for both job-seekers and employers.”
If you’re a job-seeker interested in remote-first tech opportunities or an employer looking to hire top talent from Southeast Asia, Rai offers a refreshing, high-quality solution. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting new platform.