OpenSpec: Global Remote Job Search Campaign

Status: 🟡 Proposed
Priority: 🔴 Critical
Created: 2025-12-24
Owner: Muchammad Fikri Izzuddin
Objective: Secure remote position with global company offering competitive USD-based compensation

📋 Executive Summary

This OpenSpec outlines a comprehensive, multi-channel job search campaign targeting remote-first and global companies. The goal is to leverage 7+ years of software engineering experience, leadership achievements, and technical expertise to secure a senior-level remote position with significantly better compensation than Indonesian market rates.

Success Criteria

🎯 Campaign Strategy

Phase 1: Foundation (Week 1-2)

Objective: Optimize all application materials and online presence

Deliverables

  1. ATS-Optimized Resume (3 versions)
    • Senior Backend Engineer (Python/Node.js focus)
    • Engineering Manager/Tech Lead (leadership focus)
    • Full-Stack Engineer (versatile, startup-friendly)
  2. Portfolio Enhancements
    • Add “Hire Me” landing page (/hire-me)
    • Create downloadable resume package (PDF + Markdown)
    • Add testimonials/references section
    • Implement contact form with email notifications
  3. LinkedIn Profile Optimization
    • Update headline: “Senior Software Engineer FinTech & Blockchain 7 YoE Remote”
    • Rewrite About section with global appeal
    • Add featured projects with links
    • Request recommendations from previous colleagues
  4. Cover Letter Templates (3 versions)
    • FinTech/Crypto focus
    • Leadership/Management focus
    • Technical/IC focus

Phase 2: Outreach (Week 3-8)

Objective: Apply to 50+ positions across target companies

Application Targets

Weekly Cadence

Phase 3: Networking (Week 3-12)

Objective: Build relationships and generate referrals

Activities

Phase 4: Interview Preparation (Ongoing)

Objective: Maximize interview success rate

Preparation Areas

🏢 Target Companies

Tier 1: Remote-First Companies (Highest Priority)

FinTech/Crypto (Best Match)

  1. Coinbase - Crypto exchange
    • Why: Solomon Mining + AiTradePulse experience
    • Roles: Senior Backend Engineer, Blockchain Engineer
    • Apply: https://www.coinbase.com/careers
  2. Kraken - Crypto exchange
    • Why: Trading platform experience
    • Roles: Senior Software Engineer, Trading Systems
    • Apply: https://www.kraken.com/careers
  3. Binance - Global crypto leader
    • Why: DEX, trading, blockchain expertise
    • Roles: Senior Backend Engineer, Blockchain Developer
    • Apply: https://www.binance.com/careers
  4. Circle - USDC stablecoin
    • Why: Payment infrastructure, Card Product experience
    • Roles: Senior Software Engineer, Payments
    • Apply: https://www.circle.com/careers
  5. Chainalysis - Blockchain analytics
    • Why: On-chain analysis, Fomo Watcher experience
    • Roles: Software Engineer, Data Engineering
    • Apply: https://www.chainalysis.com/careers
  6. Alchemy - Web3 infrastructure
    • Why: Blockchain development, API expertise
    • Roles: Senior Backend Engineer
    • Apply: https://www.alchemy.com/careers

General Tech (Remote-First)

  1. GitLab - Fully remote, 1000+ employees
    • Why: DevOps, CI/CD expertise
    • Roles: Senior Backend Engineer (Ruby/Go)
    • Apply: https://about.gitlab.com/jobs/
  2. Automattic (WordPress) - Distributed team
    • Why: PHP, large-scale systems
    • Roles: Senior Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://automattic.com/work-with-us/
  3. Zapier - Automation platform
    • Why: API integration, workflow automation
    • Roles: Senior Backend Engineer
    • Apply: https://zapier.com/jobs
  4. Doist (Todoist) - Productivity tools
    • Why: Remote-first culture, product engineering
    • Roles: Senior Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://doist.com/careers

Developer Tools

  1. Vercel - Next.js creators
    • Why: React, Next.js expertise
    • Roles: Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://vercel.com/careers
  2. Supabase - Open-source Firebase alternative
    • Why: PostgreSQL, backend expertise
    • Roles: Senior Backend Engineer
    • Apply: https://supabase.com/careers
  3. Render - Cloud platform
    • Why: Infrastructure, Docker, Kubernetes
    • Roles: Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://render.com/careers
  4. Railway - Infrastructure platform
    • Why: DevOps, infrastructure automation
    • Roles: Backend Engineer
    • Apply: https://railway.app/careers

Tier 2: Remote-Friendly Companies

  1. Stripe - Payments
    • Why: FinTech, payment infrastructure
    • Roles: Software Engineer, Payments
    • Apply: https://stripe.com/jobs
  2. Shopify - E-commerce platform
    • Why: Ruby, large-scale systems
    • Roles: Senior Backend Developer
    • Apply: https://www.shopify.com/careers
  3. Twilio - Communications API
    • Why: API development, scalability
    • Roles: Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://www.twilio.com/careers
  4. DataDog - Monitoring/analytics
    • Why: Analytics, real-time systems
    • Roles: Software Engineer, Backend
    • Apply: https://www.datadoghq.com/careers/
  5. MongoDB - Database company
    • Why: Database expertise, scalability
    • Roles: Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://www.mongodb.com/careers
  6. Elastic - Search/analytics
    • Why: Search, analytics, distributed systems
    • Roles: Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://www.elastic.co/careers

Tier 3: Southeast Asia Tech Hubs

  1. Grab - Super app (Singapore)
    • Why: Regional presence, large-scale systems
    • Roles: Senior Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://grab.careers/
  2. Gojek/GoTo - Indonesian unicorn
    • Why: Local presence, fintech
    • Roles: Senior Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://www.gojek.io/careers
  3. Sea Group (Shopee, Garena) - Singapore
    • Why: E-commerce, gaming, fintech
    • Roles: Senior Backend Engineer
    • Apply: https://career.seagroup.com/
  4. Tokopedia - E-commerce
    • Why: Indonesian market leader
    • Roles: Senior Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://www.tokopedia.com/careers
  5. Bukalapak - E-commerce
    • Why: Indonesian presence
    • Roles: Senior Software Engineer
    • Apply: https://careers.bukalapak.com/

📄 Application Materials

Resume Versions

Version 1: Senior Backend Engineer

Target: Technical IC roles at FinTech/Crypto companies

Key Highlights:

Format:

Version 2: Engineering Manager/Tech Lead

Target: Leadership roles at scaling companies

Key Highlights:

Format:

Version 3: Full-Stack Engineer

Target: Startup/versatile roles

Key Highlights:

Format:

Cover Letter Templates

Template 1: FinTech/Crypto Focus

Subject: Senior Software Engineer - [Company Name] - 7 YoE in FinTech & Blockchain

Dear Hiring Manager,

I'm writing to express my strong interest in the Senior Software Engineer position at [Company Name]. With 7+ years of experience building high-performance trading systems, blockchain infrastructure, and payment platforms, I'm excited about the opportunity to contribute to [specific company initiative].

Key achievements that align with your needs:

• Built algorithmic trading platform achieving 90%+ win rate with <10ms execution latency (AiTradePulse)
• Pioneered Indonesia's first legal cryptocurrency mining operation as CTO (Solomon Mining)
• Developed DEX clearing algorithm reducing manual labor by 60% (Bitwyre)
• Led Card Product development for crypto-to-fiat global payments (Bitwyre)

I'm particularly drawn to [Company Name] because [specific reason - research company]. My experience with [relevant technology] and [relevant domain] would enable me to hit the ground running on [specific team/project].

I'm based in Indonesia (UTC+7) and fully equipped for remote work, with experience leading distributed teams and working asynchronously across timezones.

I'd love to discuss how my background in [specific area] can contribute to [company goal]. My portfolio is available at https://oyi77.github.io

Best regards,
Muchammad Fikri Izzuddin

Template 2: Leadership Focus

Subject: Engineering Manager - [Company Name] - Led Teams from 3 to 3,000+

Dear Hiring Manager,

I'm excited to apply for the Engineering Manager position at [Company Name]. Over the past 7 years, I've built and scaled engineering teams from small startups to enterprise organizations, consistently delivering business impact through technical excellence and people development.

Leadership highlights:

• Managed technical infrastructure supporting 3,000+ employees (GarudaMedia)
• Grew engineering team 3x (10 → 30 members) while increasing delivery velocity 60% (BerkahKarya)
• Reduced infrastructure costs 40% through cloud optimization and automation (GarudaMedia)
• Led 5B+ IDR monthly revenue operations with zero downtime (BerkahKarya)

What excites me about [Company Name] is [specific reason]. My experience [relevant experience] aligns perfectly with your focus on [company priority].

I believe great engineering leadership is about building systems that scale - both technical and human. I've consistently achieved this by fostering cultures of radical transparency, technical excellence, and ownership.

I'm available for remote work from Indonesia (UTC+7) and have extensive experience managing distributed teams across timezones.

I'd welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can help [Company Name] achieve [specific goal]. Portfolio: https://oyi77.github.io

Best regards,
Muchammad Fikri Izzuddin

Template 3: Technical/IC Focus

Subject: Senior Software Engineer - [Company Name] - Full-Stack with Blockchain Expertise

Dear Hiring Manager,

I'm applying for the Senior Software Engineer position at [Company Name]. As a full-stack engineer with deep expertise in [relevant tech stack], I'm passionate about building scalable, high-performance systems that solve real problems.

Technical achievements:

• Architected low-latency trading infrastructure (<10ms execution, 15+ exchange integrations)
• Built automated DEX clearing system processing thousands of transactions daily
• Migrated core API from PHP to Node.js, improving performance and maintainability (Linguise)
• Developed real-time finance dashboard for multi-team trading operations (Bitwyre)

I'm particularly interested in [Company Name] because [specific technical challenge/product]. My experience with [technology] and [domain] would allow me to contribute immediately to [specific project/team].

I thrive in environments that value technical excellence, ownership, and continuous learning. I'm comfortable working remotely from Indonesia (UTC+7) and have a proven track record of delivering high-quality code in distributed teams.

I'd love to discuss the technical challenges you're facing and how I can help solve them. Portfolio and projects: https://oyi77.github.io

Best regards,
Muchammad Fikri Izzuddin

🌐 Portfolio Enhancements

New Page: /hire-me

Purpose: Dedicated landing page for recruiters and hiring managers

Content:

  1. Hero Section
    • Headline: “Senior Software Engineer Available for Remote Work”
    • Subheadline: “7+ Years FinTech & Blockchain Led Teams to 3,000+”
    • CTA: “Schedule a Call” + “Download Resume”
  2. Why Hire Me
    • Proven track record (quantified achievements)
    • Remote-ready (timezone flexibility, async communication)
    • Full-stack versatility (can wear multiple hats)
    • Leadership experience (can grow with company)
  3. Availability
    • Notice period: Immediate to 1 month
    • Preferred start date: Flexible
    • Work hours: Flexible (UTC-8 to UTC+8)
    • Visa: Remote-only (no sponsorship needed)
  4. Compensation Expectations
    • Salary range: $60,000 - $120,000 USD/year
    • Open to: Equity, bonuses, benefits
    • Negotiable based on: Role, company stage, growth opportunity
  5. Contact Form
    • Name, Email, Company, Role, Message
    • Email notification to: mbahkoe.pendekar@gmail.com
    • Auto-response with resume and portfolio links
  6. Testimonials (if available)
    • Quotes from previous managers/colleagues
    • LinkedIn recommendations
    • GitHub contributions
  7. Quick Links
    • Download Resume (PDF)
    • View Portfolio (Terminal OS)
    • GitHub Profile
    • LinkedIn Profile
    • Schedule Call (Calendly or similar)

📊 Tracking & Metrics

Application Tracker (Spreadsheet)

Columns:

  1. Date Applied
  2. Company Name
  3. Position Title
  4. Application URL
  5. Status (Applied, Screening, Interview, Offer, Rejected)
  6. Recruiter Contact
  7. Next Action
  8. Follow-up Date
  9. Notes
  10. Salary Range
  11. Remote Policy
  12. Referral Source

Weekly Review:

Success Metrics

Week 1-2 (Foundation):

Week 3-8 (Outreach):

Week 9-12 (Interviews):

Week 13-16 (Closing):

🚀 Immediate Actions (Next 48 Hours)

Priority 1: Resume Creation

  1. Extract key achievements from companies.yml and led_projects.yml
  2. Create 3 resume versions (Backend, Manager, Full-Stack)
  3. Optimize for ATS (keywords, formatting)
  4. Export to PDF and Markdown

Priority 2: Portfolio Enhancement

  1. Create /hire-me page
  2. Add contact form with email integration
  3. Add downloadable resume package
  4. Update homepage with “Available for Hire” badge

Priority 3: LinkedIn Optimization

  1. Update headline and about section
  2. Add featured projects with links
  3. Request 3-5 recommendations
  4. Connect with 10 recruiters in target companies

Priority 4: Application Preparation

  1. Customize 3 cover letter templates
  2. Create application tracking spreadsheet
  3. Research top 10 target companies
  4. Prepare answers to common interview questions

💡 Additional Strategies

GitHub Presence

Content Marketing

Networking

Interview Preparation

📅 Timeline

Week 1-2: Foundation

Week 3-4: Initial Outreach

Week 5-8: Scale Outreach

Week 9-12: Interview Focus

Week 13-16: Transition

🎯 Success Factors

What Makes You Competitive

  1. Unique Experience: Crypto mining CTO, trading platform founder, 3,000+ team leadership
  2. Quantified Impact: 90%+ win rate, $100K profit, 40% cost reduction, 5B+ IDR revenue
  3. Technical Depth: Full-stack, blockchain, trading, ML, infrastructure
  4. Remote-Ready: Indonesia timezone overlaps with Asia-Pacific, can work US/EU hours
  5. English Proficiency: Strong written and verbal communication
  6. Portfolio: Interactive, memorable, demonstrates technical skill

Potential Challenges & Solutions

Challenge 1: Location bias (Indonesia)

Challenge 2: Salary expectations vs. Indonesian market

Challenge 3: Competition from local candidates

Challenge 4: Visa/legal concerns

📞 Next Steps

  1. Review & Approve: Review this OpenSpec and provide feedback
  2. Prioritize: Decide which deliverables to tackle first
  3. Execute: Start with Priority 1 (Resume Creation)
  4. Iterate: Weekly review and adjustment based on results
  5. Track: Maintain application tracker and metrics

📝 Notes

Ready to start? Let’s begin with creating your ATS-optimized resumes! 🚀