[arc_of_descent]

Is a reply really necessary. Granted, when a reply does come through (even if negative), it feels good that you've been noticed.

I'm not sure how the hiring culture has changed recently, but I remember around 8-10 years back, I'd send my resume to many companies. No reply, means they are not interested.

Same with dating :)

[emilburzo]

I don't have a problem with them not being interested, just like when dating :-)

But since I am applying to places I only really care about, I'd like to know when I'm not a good fit (so I can improve in the meantime), but mostly because so much tech stuff can go wrong (db died, email got marked as spam, their reply got lost somewhere, etc).

[arc_of_descent]

Yes, my email going into their spam folder always worries me. I usually opt for an online application if they have one on their website.

No wonder, lever.co seems to be doing well.