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Back in August 2024, I launched NextLevelJobs.eu, a job board focused on connecting developers with top-tier tech roles across the EU. My goal was to aggregate high-paying job openings from companies offering the kind of compensation that top talent seeks. Unlike other job boards, which often focus on quantity, I wanted to focus exclusively on quality — targeting roles in the upper salary brackets, the "Tier 2/3" positions in the trimodal tech career model.

The Vision Behind NextLevelJobs.eu

\ After years of working as a software engineer, I noticed how fragmented the job search process could be, especially for developers looking for well-compensated positions. Many job boards lacked the specificity I was looking for — high-paying, Europe-based tech roles. That’s where NextLevelJobs.eu came in: an automated job board that surfaces the best tech roles for top talent.

The Tech Behind NextLevelJobs.eu

I wanted the platform to be robust and efficient from day one, so I made key decisions about the tech stack to enable that vision.

Web Scraping with Golang

I built the backend in Golang. Why? It’s perfect for scraping webpages efficiently, especially given its strong support for concurrency. Golang allowed me to write scrapers that could handle multiple requests at once, making the process of collecting job listings much faster and more scalable.

\ I used Chromedp, a Go library for controlling headless Chrome. This helped with scraping dynamic content from more complex websites that required JavaScript rendering to access job postings. It was a great way to learn a new language while solving real-world problems efficiently.

Remix.run for the Front End

For the front end, I chose Remix.run. Remix is fantastic for creating fast, SEO-friendly web applications. One of the biggest advantages is that I can disable JavaScript on landing pages and still maintain full functionality, resulting in lightning-fast load times and a perfect score of 100 on Lighthouse for performance, accessibility, and SEO. This has been crucial for improving the site’s organic visibility and user experience.

Landing My First 10 Customers

\ With the tech stack in place, the next challenge was to find the first paying customers. Here’s how I did it:

1. Leveraging Influencers: I reached out to an influencer in the tech space who shared NextLevelJobs.eu with their audience. This brought in a wave of early signups, and from that, I got my first paying customers.
2. Iterating Based on Feedback: I stayed in close contact with these early users, gathering feedback on the job listings and site features. Their input was invaluable in making improvements that catered directly to their needs, such as optimizing search functions and improving the freshness of job listings.
3. SEO and Content Strategy: I also put a lot of effort into SEO from day one. By creating targeted landing pages for specific job titles and industries, I started getting organic traffic quickly. Those niche searches converted into paying users sooner than I expected.
4. Affordable Pricing: I kept the subscription pricing affordable — starting at €19 per month. This made it easier for job seekers to commit to the platform without hesitation.

Why NextLevelJobs.eu Stands Out

It comes down to focus. Instead of trying to list every tech job available, NextLevelJobs.eu curates only the best, high-paying positions in Europe. For developers looking to move up in their careers, this makes it easier to find the roles that matter most without wading through irrelevant listings.

Final Thoughts

Reaching the milestone of my first 10 customers was a big achievement, but this is only the beginning. The combination of tech and curation has allowed me to build something unique in the crowded job board space. If you're a developer looking to take the next step in your career, check out NextLevelJobs.eu — you might find your next big opportunity.