About Eskalate

Eskalate stands as a pioneering platform, committed to empowering businesses with the brilliance of Africa's tech talent. We serve as the vital link between highly skilled African developers and forward-thinking companies in search of exceptional expertise. Our platform transcends geographical boundaries, providing companies access to a diverse pool of meticulously vetted developers brimming with talent and offering a fresh perspective to innovation.

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Our Mission

At Eskalate, our mission is clear: to bridge the gap between businesses seeking skilled tech professionals and talented developers in Africa. We believe in the power of talent to transform businesses and drive sustainable growth in the digital age.

Our Talent Academy

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Eskalate is a project initiated by A2SV, leveraging the academy's vast network of talent to meet the needs of businesses worldwide. By combining A2SV's expertise in talent development with Eskalate's innovative platform, we're revolutionizing the way businesses hire tech professionals in Africa.

What does Africa to Silicon Valley Provide?

Comprehensive Training:

A2SV provides rigorous training in data structures and algorithms, preparing students for competitive job markets.

Problem-Solving Skills:

Our programs emphasize problem-solving, effective communication, and personal development to enhance students' academic and career success.

Strong Collaborations:

A2SV has established partnerships with esteemed universities in Ethiopia, Ghana and other top African Universities.

Rigorous Vetting Process:

Graduates from A2SV's training program undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure they meet the standards required by Eskalate and its clients.

How we onboard talent?

1

Orientation Session

This initial meeting allows us to get to know the talent and explore their experience with programming languages, frameworks, and tools relevant to the role you are seeking to fill.

2

Technical Interview

During this in-depth session, we present the talent with a problem or scenario that reflects the technical demands of the position. This allows us to assess their ability to analyze complex challenges, design effective solutions, and clearly communicate their thought process.

3

Practical Assignment

The talent will complete a practical assignment relevant to the role. This hands-on assessment provides us with valuable insights into their coding style, ability to work independently, and project management skills within a set timeframe.

4

Tech Stack Interview

This focused discussion delves deeper into the talent's experience with the specific technologies your team utilizes in this role which ensures a smooth transition and allows us to see how their expertise aligns with your existing tech stack.

Onboarding process

Meet Our Team

Our team comprises seasoned engineers and business professionals with extensive experience at leading tech firms like Google, Palantir, Upwork, Liftoff, and more.

Emre Varol

Emre Varol

Founder and CEO

Emre Varol is a visionary leader and software engineer whose career spans over eight years at Google, Palantir, and Liftoff.

Brian Bell

Brian Bell

Chief Business Officer

Brian boasts a decade of tech-focused sales and business development expertise, specializing in workflow enhancement for robust growth. 

Yordanos Asmare

Yordanos Asmare

Head of Talent and Partnerships

Yordanos brings a global perspective to her roles in community organizing, talent recruiting, and scaling companies.

Jerusalem Admassie

Jerusalem Admassie

Head of Business and Product

Jerusalem, a seasoned professional with 14+ years of diverse expertise, excels as the Senior Financial and Operational Analyst at Utility Warehouse Ltd.

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