How we select the top 1%
A structured vetting process built to find exceptional automation talent, ready to work with your team.
Trusted by hundreds of fast-moving founders and teams
Automation specialists work on systems that run your business
Real-world experience building and maintaining automation in live environments.
Clear communication with teams around decisions, trade-offs, and workflows.
Ownership and reliability managing systems with minimal oversight.
Deep automation and AI knowledge across workflows, integrations, and modern tools.
Our 4-step vetting process
Only a small percentage make it through every stage.
Step 01
Profile screening
We review background, automation experience, and past work to ensure candidates have real-world workflow exposure.
40%
selected
Step 02
Work readiness check
We evaluate communication, English proficiency, responsiveness, and the ability to work effectively with founders and operators.
20%
selected
Step 03
Automation and AI assessment
Hands-on evaluations covering workflow logic, integrations, APIs, and AI-powered automation using modern tools.
8%
selected
Step 04
Apex AI certification
Only specialists who meet our technical, communication, and execution standards join the network.
Top 1%
selected
What “Top 1%” actually means
Quality beyond
certification
We continuously monitor performance once specialists are placed, using delivery quality, feedback from founders, and consistency over time to maintain standards.
Continuous
upskilling
Our specialists stay current through ongoing training, exposure to new tools, and hands-on work across modern automation systems.
The result
You start with certified automation specialists who are ready to work inside your team from day one.
Frequently asked questions
What does Apex AI do?
Apex AI connects you with certified automation specialists who design and build AI-powered workflows. We also handle payroll, EOR, and ongoing support.
Are the specialists full time or shared?
All specialists are full time and dedicated. They work with your team day to day and are not shared across clients.
How fast can we get started?
You receive a top 1% shortlist in 5 to 7 days. Onboarding timelines depend on your internal process, and we handle all employment setup.
What tools and platforms do your specialists work with?
Zapier, n8n, Make, OpenAI, LangChain, CRMs, internal tools, and custom integrations.
How does Apex AI vet its specialists?
We use a multi-step vetting process covering experience, communication, work readiness, automation skills, and AI knowledge. Only the top 1% earn Apex AI certification.
Do you handle payroll and compliance?
Yes. We fully manage payroll, EOR, and compliance so you don’t have to worry about legal or administrative overhead.
Do you offer talent beyond automation roles?
Yes. While our core focus is automation talent, we also support select growth, marketing, and tech roles based on client needs.
What happens if the specialist is not the right fit?
If it’s not a fit, we’ll work with you to find a replacement aligned with your requirements.
Hire world-class AI automation experts
Work with full-time specialists who can design and build automations that save time, cut costs, and scale with you.
