The regular hiring process involves shortlisting CVs, a few rounds of interviews and that's it. In a single day and few interactions both parties are expected to explore the fit and commit to spending the coming months or years. There should definitely be a better way.
This year Frappe has decided to do something different. We’re announcing a 3-month Apprenticeship Program for multiple business roles, including technical sales, partnerships, product marketing and support. The goal of this program is to offer an opportunity to work with Frappe on live projects for 3 months, experience the Frappe culture and potentially transition into a full-time role.
Frappe builds world-class free and open-source software. ERPNext is one of the most widely used open-source ERP systems; user by over 30,000 customers globally. Apart from ERPNext, Frappe is the maker of FrappeHR, CRM, Helpdesk, Insights, Wiki, Lending and over 18 similar business applications that are used by thousands of small and medium-sized businesses. The core of it all is Frappe Framework, our own no-code, low-code developer platform. We're one of the rare, fast-growing, technology companies based in Mumbai and have bold aspirations to challenge proprietary business software with better open-source applications. Read more details here: frappe.io
If you’ve been following Frappe you probably already know that we do things differently. I’m not just talking about the pick your own pay and work policy, but also the democratic working style, radically first-principles approach to solving problems and an individualistic work culture. This culture can get challenging to adjust to. We believe people can have better ideas than any of us and are smart enough to take responsibility for them. It may not be a perfect culture, but when it works, it works beautifully. We’ve seen many individuals thrive beyond what we could have imagined.
The Business Apprenticeship Program will be held from October to December 2026. The program is open to undergraduate students, fresh graduates and professionals with up to 3 years of experience. The stipend will be ₹50,000/month for graduates and ₹80,000/month for postgraduates (e.g. MBA or equivalent). At the end of the three-month program, high-performing apprentices may be offered a full-time role based on their performance and mutual fit.
Individuals who have demonstrated consistent academic performance and/or built a track record of exceptional work. We may give some preference to candidates with an MBA or B.Tech/B.E, but the degree itself will not be the deciding factor.
Needless to say, there is a preference for those who put extra thought into their job application form. For roles such as product marketing, it might help if you share links to your past work, personal blog or portfolio.
Full time openings are open in:
The full-time salaries will be chosen by individuals under the Pick your Own Pay (PYOP) policy. That means we would be open to understanding your salary expectations if you are selected. As PYOP can be confusing for new hires, you can expect a salary range between ₹12L - ₹35Lakh / year.
If you're entrepreneurial, can take responsibility without being asked to, are ambitious and want to make a career building Frappe into the world's largest open-source technology company, then Frappe might be a great place to work.
Freedom is one of the core values at Frappe. Individuals are free to pick their projects, write their annual goals and get measured on their own promises. There is minimal or no monitoring of leaves or expenses. However, this freedom comes with responsibility. A responsibility to excel, contribute, keep your promise and raise the bar. With freedom, your success and your failure is your responsibility.
Most of us are used to following paths designed by someone else. This can help people succeed in exams and highly structured jobs, but it can also make them dependent on predefined checklists and career paths.
At Frappe, we want individuals to exercise agency and take responsibility for their work and growth. We aim to create an environment where individual growth is not capped by the company’s career ladder, academic qualifications or the college someone attended. People who demonstrate ownership, exercise agency and deliver on their commitments can grow disproportionately at Frappe. However, if you need absolute clarity about every step of your career path, Frappe may not be the right fit.
Change is the only constant here. Frappe has moved through multiple business models and adapted quickly to change. We believe at our current scale, re-inventing ourselves and continuous innovation is the only way to build something great. But this can sometimes be difficult to adjust to. Change is always painful for everyone undergoing it. So if you’re change-averse and are seeking predictability without surprises, Frappe might not be the best fit.
Fill out the application form
Await a confirmed shortlist from the hiring team
If shortlisted, RSVP and book your interview slot for 9th/10th September
If shortlisted, your interviews will be held on 9th September or 10th September, at Frappe’s Mumbai office located at Neelkanth Business Park, C-205, Neelkanth Kingdom, W, Vidyavihar, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400086.
We request you to plan your own travel for the interview.
1. Will the full-time roles after the program be remote or based in Mumbai?
The roles will be remote but we prefer Mumbai- or Pune-based candidates.
2. I want to join Frappe, but prefer applying directly for a full-time job
You can apply directly from the careers page or reach out to someone you know who works in Frappe, but we would strongly encourage you to apply via the Apprenticeship Program.
3. Will Frappe arrange for my stay and travel expenses if I get selected for the apprenticeship in Mumbai
No, you are requested to plan your own travel and stay during the apprenticeship period. We will recommend nearby hotels and PGs to help you settle in.
4. What will the 3-month apprenticeship program look like?
The first month will be common for all and will include 80% customer support as we believe that is the best way to learn our products and understand customers, and 20% writing, presentation and problem-solving workshops. In the second and third months, you will work with mentors on live projects with an opportunity to create real impact.
5. What is the last date for submitting the application?
5th September
6. More questions?
Reach out to [email protected]
