hiring automation

Kula

Cut hiring costs and time-to-hire in half with an AI-native ATS that unifies candidate sourcing, automated scoring, and interview notetaking in one platform.

Starting at

$4,800/yr

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About Kula

Kula is an AI-native applicant tracking system designed to replace fragmented legacy recruiting stacks with a unified, intelligent platform. Unlike traditional ATS solutions that treat AI as an optional add-on, Kula integrates artificial intelligence into every stage of the hiring lifecycle, from initial sourcing and CRM outreach to automated screening and final reporting. By consolidating sourcing automation, applicant tracking, and interview intelligence into one interface, it eliminates the need for separate subscriptions for notetaking tools, scheduling assistants, and data enrichment services. The platform's core functionality revolves around its AI-driven recruiting engine, which includes advanced candidate scoring to prioritize the best fits and an AI notetaker that records and summarizes interviews. Recruiters can leverage an AI writing assistant for job descriptions and outreach, while hiring managers use conversational analytics to generate complex reports through simple text prompts. The system also automates the logistical burden of scheduling through both manual and self-service booking options, ensuring that the transition from candidate discovery to the offer stage is seamless and data-informed. Kula is specifically tailored for talent acquisition leaders and growing HR teams in fast-paced industries who are frustrated by the bloat and hidden costs of traditional recruiting software. It is an ideal fit for companies looking to scale efficiently without increasing their administrative headcount, as it helps recruiters save several hours per week on manual documentation and coordination. Because it offers a single, predictable price based on company headcount rather than per-seat or per-credit fees, it appeals to organizations seeking budget transparency alongside enterprise-grade security features like SOC 2 Type II compliance. What sets Kula apart is its recruiters-first philosophy and its commitment to fairness. The AI models undergo continuous audits by Warden AI to ensure bias-free hiring, addressing primary concerns regarding automated screening. Furthermore, the platform's ability to offer unlimited AI usage and data enrichment under a single license distinguishes it from competitors that often gate advanced features or charge extra for automation credits. By providing over 100 integrations with HRIS and job boards, Kula positions itself as a central hub that modernizes the entire talent acquisition ecosystem.

Kula pros & cons

Pros

  • Offers unlimited AI usage and data enrichment with no hidden credit fees.
  • Consolidates ATS, CRM, notetaking, and scheduling into one unified platform.
  • Provides predictable headcount-based pricing instead of per-user seat costs.
  • Verified bias-free AI screening through independent audits by Warden AI.
  • Includes dedicated support across Slack, in-app chat, and email for all plans.

Cons

  • Annual billing is the standard payment requirement for all tiers.
  • Public pricing information is currently only visible for teams up to 50 employees.
  • Small startups with very low hiring volume may find the $4,800 entry price high.

Kula use cases

  • Talent acquisition managers can use AI candidate scoring and automated summaries to drastically reduce the time spent on manual screening and documentation.
  • Fast-growing companies can consolidate multiple tools like Gem, Greenhouse, and Otter.ai into Kula to save 30-50% on their total recruiting tech stack.
  • HR operations teams can leverage conversational analytics to generate complex diversity and performance reports using simple natural language queries.

Kula features

  • self-service scheduling
  • soc 2 type ii certified
  • ai interview notetaker
  • bias-free ai auditing
  • unlimited data enrichment
  • conversational ai analytics
  • automated sourcing & crm
  • ai candidate scoring

Kula pricing

Is Kula free? No, Kula doesn't offer a free plan; pricing starts at $4,800 / year.

Standard (1-50 employees)

$4,800 / year

  • Full ATS access
  • Built-in CRM and sourcing
  • Unlimited AI usage
  • AI Notetaker & Call Summaries
  • Advanced AI Scoring
  • AI-Assisted Scheduling
  • Unlimited data enrichment
  • 100+ integrations
  • SOC 2 Type II compliance
  • Slack & Email support

Kula FAQs

Does Kula charge extra for AI usage or data enrichment credits?

No, Kula does not use a credit-based system or charge for AI usage. All features, including unlimited AI-driven candidate scoring, notetaking, and email enrichment, are included in the base price.

How is the pricing for Kula determined?

Pricing is based on company headcount rather than per-user seats. This model provides predictable costs as you scale your hiring team without unexpected per-seat surprises.

Does the platform include interview recording and notetaking?

Yes, Kula includes a native AI Notetaker and Interview Assistant. It automatically records and summarizes interviews, allowing hiring teams to focus on the conversation while centralizing all feedback and notes.

Is Kula compliant with international data standards?

Yes, Kula is SOC 2 Type II certified and compliant with GDPR and CCPA. They also utilize Warden AI for ongoing audits to ensure their AI models remain bias-free and fair.

Can Kula integrate with my existing HR software?

Kula offers over 100 integrations including popular HRIS platforms, job boards, and background check services. These integrations are included in all plans without additional fees.

Open roles

All AI jobs

Senior Product Designer

Benefits:

  • Culture that treasures growth

  • Ideas are celebrated

  • Work truly makes a difference

Experience Requirements:

  • 5 to 8 years of product design experience

  • Experience in B2B SaaS environment

  • Experience shipping high quality products

Other Requirements:

  • Figma

  • Product Thinking

  • UI/UX principles

  • Wireframing & prototyping

  • User research

  • HTML/CSS

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design journey from ideas to reality

  • Team up with product managers and developers

  • Tackle design challenges and refine solutions

  • Use leadership flair to guide design choices

  • Dive into user research

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Sales Lead - APAC

Benefits:

  • Transparent, fast, and thoughtful process

  • Drive, curiosity, and grit valued

Experience Requirements:

  • Exceeded $300K+ quotas in B2B SaaS

  • Closed multiple $20K–$80K+ ARR deals

  • Strategic stakeholder engagement

  • Understand APAC buyer psyche

Other Requirements:

  • Outbound prospecting

  • Clear communicator

  • Analytical and coachable

  • Deal orchestration

  • Multi-threading

Responsibilities:

  • Own the entire sales cycle for APAC

  • Source pipeline through outbound prospecting

  • Qualify inbound interest

  • Run high-quality discovery and product demos

  • Work with marketing and product to refine messaging

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