Zarah ChoudharyThe Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, has launched a recruitment campaign for a limited number of full-time salaried positions.
Musk previously stated that the department would only recruit highly committed individuals willing to work extensive hours.
In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), the department confirmed that it would be hiring for positions including software engineers, infosec engineers, HR, IT, and finance.
Candidates were encouraged to direct message the department with bullet points demonstrating their exceptional abilities, and for some roles, to submit a resume along with a brief explanation of why they are interested in working with DOGE.
On 7th January the department posted on X: “Recruiting for a very small number of full-time salaried Software Engineers and InfoSec Engineers.
“If interested, please DM us a few bullet points demonstrating exceptional ability, and your cell phone number.”
Earlier, on 28th December, a post said: “Recruiting for a very small number of full-time salaried HR, IT, and Finance positions.
“If interested, please DM us your resume and a few bullet points about why you are interested in DOGE.”
On 14th November DOGE stated on X: “We are very grateful to the thousands of Americans who have expressed interest in helping us at DOGE. We don’t need more part-time idea generators.
“We need super high-IQ small-government revolutionaries willing to work 80+ hours per week on unglamorous cost-cutting.
“If that’s you, DM this account with your CV. Elon & Vivek will review the top 1% of applicants.”
The latest recruitment drive, however, signalled a broader search for talent across various fields, with a focus on building a skilled team to achieve the department’s cost-cutting and efficiency goals.
