How Highnote hires and manages software engineers in Brazil with Olby

Highnote is a tool that allows users to build presentations easily by dragging and dropping existing materials such as documents, websites, and video links. It also features a robust analytics system to provide insights into presentation performance. By partnering with Olby, they were able to hire the right tech talent with simple, streamlined processes.

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Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, Highnote has been a game-changer in the Real Estate industry since the beginning, providing a fresh and intuitive approach to crafting compelling presentations. The platform simplifies the entire process—no more starting from scratch. Just drag and drop your existing materials like documents, websites, and video links, and watch as Highnote effortlessly transforms them into stunning presentations.

Highnote's innovation lies in its user-friendly interface, making presentation creation a breeze. By empowering users to leverage their existing materials, Highnote eliminates the need to design slides from the ground up. This unique approach caught the attention of real estate sellers initially, but it has since expanded to serve diverse niches, evolving into a versatile tool with a robust analytics system.

Highnote Meets Olby

Highnote's founder, deeply immersed in his industry, knew the importance of technology but lacked a dedicated tech team. The company needed to find a partner that could help them scale without having to take the complexities of tech hiring into their own hands.

In 2018, Olby first embarked on an exploration of existing tools, paving the way for the design and development phase. This marked the birth of a long-term partnership as Olby stepped in to build Highnote's technology team.

"When you're busy trying to grow a company, you need to find good partners. And Olby is a great partner for the technical tower."

Mark Choey, Founder & CEO

Today, Highnote's tech team is comprised entirely of Brazilian software engineers sourced and hired through Olby and stands as a testament to the success of this collaboration. Olby's team was carefully curated to match the client's style and requirements and has been instrumental in shaping Highnote's technological foundation. And the longevity of this partnership speaks volumes about the effectiveness of their working dynamic.

"Mark was looking for someone with experience in AI, and I have a master's in AI. It was the perfect match."

Augusto Lima, AI Software Engineer

The Essence of Trust

Highnote places significant trust in Olby, considering the team an extension of their company. This relationship, built on transparency and collaborative efforts, has stood the test of time. With Olby, Highnote knows they have found a partner not only for today but for the future as well.

"I don't have HR issues with tech. I just tell Olby I need people, and they bring me. They're vetted, they're trained. The contracts are all set up already. I don't have to worry about very much at all, and it's good."