Job Search Campaign - OpenSpec Summary

Created: 2025-12-24
Status: 🟡 Ready for Execution
Owner: Muchammad Fikri Izzuddin

📋 Overview

This directory contains a comprehensive, structured plan to help you secure a remote position with a global company offering competitive USD-based compensation. The campaign is organized into actionable OpenSpecs that can be executed sequentially or in parallel.

📚 OpenSpec Documents

001: Job Search Campaign (Master Plan)

File: 001-job-search-campaign.md
Status: 🟡 Proposed
Priority: 🔴 Critical

Summary: Comprehensive multi-channel job search strategy targeting 50+ companies across 3 tiers (Remote-First, Remote-Friendly, SEA Tech Hubs). Includes 4-phase approach: Foundation, Outreach, Networking, and Interview Preparation.

Key Deliverables:

• Target company list (25 companies with application links)
• Application tracking system
• Weekly cadence and metrics
• Success criteria and timeline

Timeline: 16 weeks (4 months)

002: Resume Optimization

File: 002-resume-optimization.md
Status: 🟡 Proposed
Priority: 🔴 Critical

Summary: Three professionally optimized resume versions targeting different role types, each ATS-optimized with quantified achievements.

Deliverables:

1. Senior Backend Engineer - FinTech/Crypto focus
2. Engineering Manager/Tech Lead - Leadership focus
3. Full-Stack Engineer - Versatile, startup-friendly

Formats: PDF + Markdown for each version

Timeline: Week 1 (3-5 days)

003: “Hire Me” Landing Page

File: 003-hire-me-page.md
Status: 🟡 Proposed
Priority: 🔴 Critical

Summary: Dedicated landing page for recruiters with contact form, downloadable resumes, availability info, and compensation expectations.

Key Sections:

• Hero with CTAs
• Why Hire Me (achievements)
• Availability & Logistics
• Compensation Expectations
• Skills & Expertise
• Contact Form
• Quick Links

Timeline: Week 1-2 (5-7 days)

🎯 Execution Priority

Phase 1: Foundation (Week 1-2)

Priority: 🔴 Critical - Must complete before outreach

1. ✅ Resume Creation (002-resume-optimization.md)
   • Create 3 resume versions
   • ATS optimization
   • Export to PDF + Markdown
   • Time: 3-5 days
2. ✅ “Hire Me” Page (003-hire-me-page.md)
   • Build landing page
   • Integrate contact form
   • Add downloadable resumes
   • Time: 5-7 days
3. ✅ LinkedIn Optimization (001-job-search-campaign.md, Section 3)
   • Update headline and about
   • Add featured projects
   • Request recommendations
   • Time: 2-3 days

Phase 2: Outreach (Week 3-8)

Priority: 🟡 High - Core job search activity

1. ✅ Application Tracking (001-job-search-campaign.md, Section 10)
   • Create spreadsheet
   • Set up weekly review
   • Time: 1 day
2. ✅ Company Research (001-job-search-campaign.md, Section 5)
   • Research top 25 companies
   • Customize cover letters
   • Time: Ongoing, 2-3 hours/week
3. ✅ Apply to Jobs (001-job-search-campaign.md, Section 3)
   • Submit 5-7 applications/week
   • Track in spreadsheet
   • Time: Ongoing, 5-10 hours/week

Phase 3: Networking (Week 3-12)

Priority: 🟢 Medium - Parallel to outreach

1. ✅ LinkedIn Networking (001-job-search-campaign.md, Section 3)
   • Connect with 10 recruiters/week
   • Engage with company content
   • Time: Ongoing, 2-3 hours/week
2. ✅ Community Engagement (001-job-search-campaign.md, Section 11)
   • Join remote work communities
   • Attend virtual events
   • Time: Ongoing, 2-3 hours/week

Phase 4: Interview Prep (Ongoing)

Priority: 🟢 Medium - Continuous improvement

1. ✅ Technical Prep (001-job-search-campaign.md, Section 3)
   • LeetCode problems (2-3 daily)
   • System design review
   • Time: Ongoing, 1-2 hours/day
2. ✅ Behavioral Prep (001-job-search-campaign.md, Section 3)
   • STAR method stories
   • Portfolio demos
   • Time: Ongoing, 1 hour/week

📊 Success Metrics

Week 1-2 (Foundation)

• ✅ 3 resume versions created
• ✅ /hire-me page live
• ✅ LinkedIn profile optimized
• ✅ Application tracking system ready

Week 3-8 (Outreach)

• ✅ 50+ applications submitted (5-7/week)
• ✅ 10+ recruiter conversations
• ✅ 5+ interview invitations
• ✅ Response rate > 10%

Week 9-12 (Interviews)

• ✅ 5+ technical interviews
• ✅ 2+ final rounds
• ✅ 2+ job offers
• ✅ Offer conversion > 20%

Week 13-16 (Closing)

• ✅ Offer negotiation completed
• ✅ Offer accepted ($60K+ USD/year)
• ✅ Start date confirmed
• ✅ Notice period managed

🎯 Target Outcomes

Primary Goal

Secure remote position with global company

• Salary: $60,000 - $120,000 USD/year
• Role: Senior Engineer, Tech Lead, or Engineering Manager
• Company: Remote-first or remote-friendly
• Start Date: Within 120 days

Secondary Goals

• Build global professional network
• Establish personal brand
• Improve interview skills
• Gain market insights

🚀 Quick Start Guide

Day 1: Resume Creation

1. Open 002-resume-optimization.md
2. Start with Version 1 (Senior Backend Engineer)
3. Extract achievements from _data/companies.yml and _data/led_projects.yml
4. Create PDF using resume template
5. Review and iterate

Day 2-3: Resume Completion

1. Create Version 2 (Engineering Manager)
2. Create Version 3 (Full-Stack Engineer)
3. ATS optimization check
4. Peer review
5. Export all versions

Day 4-7: “Hire Me” Page

1. Open 003-hire-me-page.md
2. Create HTML structure
3. Style with CSS (match portal.css)
4. Add interactivity (form, animations)
5. Integrate contact form (Formspree)
6. Upload resumes
7. Test and deploy

Day 8-10: LinkedIn & Tracking

1. Update LinkedIn profile
2. Request recommendations
3. Create application tracking spreadsheet
4. Research top 10 target companies
5. Prepare cover letter templates

Day 11+: Start Applying!

1. Apply to 5-7 positions/week
2. Track in spreadsheet
3. Follow up after 1 week
4. Network on LinkedIn
5. Prepare for interviews

📁 File Organization

openspec/
├── README.md                           # This file
├── project.md                          # Project context
└── specs/
    ├── 001-job-search-campaign.md      # Master plan
    ├── 002-resume-optimization.md      # Resume creation
    └── 003-hire-me-page.md             # Landing page

💡 Tips for Success

Application Strategy

• Quality over Quantity: Better to send 5 great applications than 20 mediocre ones
• Customize Everything: Tailor resume and cover letter for each application
• Follow Up: Send polite follow-up after 1 week of no response
• Track Metrics: Monitor what works and double down

Networking Strategy

• Be Genuine: Build real relationships, not just transactional connections
• Provide Value: Share insights, help others, engage authentically
• Leverage Alumni: Reach out to ITS Surabaya graduates at target companies
• Referrals are Gold: Referrals have 5x higher success rate

Interview Strategy

• Prepare Stories: Have 10 STAR stories ready for behavioral questions
• Practice Live: Do mock interviews with friends or online platforms
• Ask Questions: Show genuine interest in company and role
• Follow Up: Send thank-you email within 24 hours

Mental Health

• Be Patient: Remote job search can take 2-3 months
• Stay Positive: Rejection is normal, learn from each experience
• Celebrate Wins: Track small victories (applications, responses, interviews)
• Take Breaks: Don’t burn out, maintain work-life balance

🆘 Troubleshooting

Low Response Rate (< 5%)

Possible Issues:

• Resume not ATS-optimized
• Applying to wrong roles
• Cover letter too generic
• LinkedIn profile incomplete

Solutions:

• Run resume through ATS scanner
• Focus on better-fit roles
• Customize cover letters more
• Optimize LinkedIn profile

No Interview Invitations

Possible Issues:

• Not enough applications
• Weak portfolio/GitHub
• Lack of referrals
• Targeting too senior roles

Solutions:

• Increase application volume
• Improve portfolio projects
• Network more actively
• Apply to broader range of roles

Interviews But No Offers

Possible Issues:

• Technical skills gaps
• Poor communication
• Weak behavioral answers
• Salary expectations mismatch

Solutions:

• More LeetCode practice
• Mock interviews
• Prepare better STAR stories
• Research market rates

📞 Next Actions

Immediate (Today)

1. ✅ Review all OpenSpec documents
2. ✅ Decide on execution priority
3. ✅ Block time on calendar for job search activities
4. ✅ Start with resume creation (002-resume-optimization.md)

This Week

1. ✅ Complete all 3 resume versions
2. ✅ Build /hire-me landing page
3. ✅ Optimize LinkedIn profile
4. ✅ Create application tracking system
5. ✅ Research top 10 target companies

Next Week

1. ✅ Submit first 5-7 applications
2. ✅ Connect with 10 recruiters on LinkedIn
3. ✅ Join 3 remote work communities
4. ✅ Start LeetCode practice (2-3 problems/day)
5. ✅ Prepare behavioral interview stories

🎉 Let’s Get Started!

You have:

• ✅ 7+ years of impressive experience
• ✅ Quantified achievements ($100K profit, 90%+ win rate, 3,000+ team)
• ✅ Unique expertise (crypto mining CTO, trading platform founder)
• ✅ Strong portfolio (interactive, memorable, technical)
• ✅ Comprehensive plan (this OpenSpec campaign)

You’re ready to land that global remote role! 🚀

Start with creating your resumes (002-resume-optimization.md) and let’s make this happen!

Questions or need help? Review the relevant OpenSpec document or ask for clarification.

Ready to execute? Let’s begin! 💪