Workable Integration
Bring Skima Intelligence to Workable
Skima AI gives AI candidate scores, reasons, and manager feedback, all within Workable ATS for faster, data-backed hiring decisions.
What You'll See in Workable ATS with Skima AI
When you integrate Skima AI with Workable ATS, your recruiting team gets AI-driven insights directly inside Workable's candidate pipeline.
Match Score (0-100) displayed on each profile
Reasons bullets (explain why the candidate matches the JD)
"Skima Screened" tag for quick filtering and pipeline organization
Shortlist page for managers (Approve/Skip + optional note)
Activity note that captures manager feedback for the audit trail
A clear top 10 shortlist that updates automatically as new applications arrive. The integration respects Workable's role-based permissions.
Why Workable Recruiting Teams Pick Skima AI
Workable users integrate Skima AI because it enhances their ATS with intelligent scoring, matching, and automation, without forcing them to switch systems.
Stay in One System
All scores, reasons, and feedback appear on the Workable Dashboard.
Simplified Manager Collaboration
Share a shortlist link; Skima AI writes responses back to Workable.
Always-Fresh Rankings
Every new applicant is scored instantly upon arrival.
Rediscover Past Talent
Skima AI resurfaces qualified candidates already in your Workable database.
What Skima AI Writes Back to Workable ATS
| Writes back to | Field name | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom Attribute | SKIMA Match Score | Number (0–100) | 94 |
| Custom Attribute | SKIMA Reasons | Long text (3–5) | "3 yrs retail sales; POS; shift lead" |
| Custom Attribute/Comment | Shortlist Link | URL | https://…/shortlist/abc |
| Candidate | SKIMA Screened | Tag | SKIMA Screened |
| (Optional) Custom Attribute | HM Feedback | Enum | 👍 / 👎 / Maybe |
| (Optional) Custom Attribute | HM Comment | Short text | Ready for phone screen |
Events Skima AI Reacts to: Application created/updated • Stage changed • Attachment added (If webhooks are not available, Skima AI uses safe 10–15 min delta polling.)
How the Shortlist Loop Works?
Skima AI makes hiring collaboration inside Workable ATS faster and easier by creating a seamless shortlist feedback loop integrated with Workable's timeline system.
Here's how it works:
Recruiter Shares the Shortlist
A secure link with no login required is generated and shared with the hiring manager.
Manager Gives Feedback
The manager simply clicks 👍, 👎, or "Maybe" and can add a short note for context if needed.
Skima AI Updates Workable
The decisions are automatically updated in the candidate's application record in Workable ATS.
Recruiter Acts on Insights
The recruiter sees a clear, AI-ranked top-10 list and confidently moves the right candidates forward.
The result is real-time collaboration, faster decisions, and a transparent audit trail. It improves the hiring experience for both recruiters and managers.
Field Map for Workable ATS Integration
A clear data flow map helps Workable recruiting teams and IT admins understand exactly what Skima AI pulls in and pushes back, ensuring a smooth setup.
Skima AI securely retrieves the following data to power AI-driven candidate scoring and rediscovery:
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Candidate Data: ID, first_name, last_name, emails, phone, location, created_at, updated_at
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Application Data: Candidate-to-job relationships, current stage, source, application date, recruiter assignment
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Job/Requisition Data: Job UUID, title, full job description, department, location, employment type (used for matching and rediscovery)
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Resume Files: Attachment parsing via Workable's file system for skills extraction and matching
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Pipeline Context: Current stage information (sourced, applied, shortlisted, interview, etc.) for stage-specific actions
After scoring and ranking, Skima AI writes structured results back into Workable ATS fields for full visibility:
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Custom Attributes: SKIMA Match Score (0–100 number field)
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Custom Attributes: SKIMA Reasons (long text with bullet points)
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Custom Attributes: Shortlist Link (URL for manager review)
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Candidate Tags: "Skima Screened" for filtering and reporting
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Activity Note: "Skima Shortlist Feedback: <👍/👎> + comment"
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Optional: Stage move to Skima, shortlisted for easy pipeline tracking
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Fallback (Attachment): SKIMA_Evidence.pdf
This bidirectional data sync ensures hiring managers always see real-time AI insights without leaving Workable.
Set up Your Workable Integration
Workable + SKIMA AI integration is fast, secure, and requires minimal IT effort.
Here are 5 easy steps to set up your Workable integration:
Generate API Token with Super Admin access including scopes: r_candidates, r_jobs, w_candidates, w_comments for full integration capability.
Create Custom Attributes for Match Score (Number), Reasons (Long Text), Shortlist Link (URL), or allow SKIMA to create them via API.
Enable Webhooks for candidate_created, candidate_updated, and candidate_moved events (Skima provides endpoint + secret).
Test on 2–3 requisitions → upload a resume → confirm Score/Reasons appear → submit HM 👍/👎 → verify timeline comment.
Go live on 3 pilot roles; receive weekly ROI emails and day‑15/day‑30 checkpoints.
Security &
Responsible AI
for Workable
Integrations
When you integrate Skima AI and Workable, trust and compliance are ensured, as candidate data remain secure and hiring decisions stay transparent.
- Skima AI gives match scores & reasons using resume-based evidence, with no auto-rejects.
- All HM decisions, notes, and shortlist actions are tracked in Workable.
- Role-based visibility, secure shortlist links, and redaction mode ensure data privacy.
- Compliance: Encryption in transit/at rest; DPA & subprocessors listed; SOC 2 in action.
Skima AI combines explainable AI with strict security practices to keep your Workable recruiting integrations compliant, auditable, and fair.
Customer Snapshot: 30-Day Pilot with Workable ATS
58%
Time-to-screen
2X
Interviews from top-10
+24 NPS
HM Satisfaction
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Workable Integrations.
Does SKIMA AI integrate with Workable ATS? How does it work?
Yes, Skima AI connects via Workable's API with webhook support to score candidates, write back Match Scores and Reasons via custom attributes, and log hiring manager feedback in the timeline.
What custom attributes does SKIMA AI create in Workable?
Match Score (0-100 number field), AI Reasons (long text), Shortlist Link (URL), and optionally HM Feedback and Comments—all accessible via Workable's custom attributes system.
How long does the Workable integration setup take?
Workable integration setup usually takes 60-90 minutes, including API token generation, custom attribute creation, webhook configuration, and validation on 2-3 requisitions.
How does Skima AI handle Workable's rate limits?
Skima AI automatically manages Workable's 10 requests per 10 seconds limit with intelligent request queuing and batching to prevent API throttling while maintaining real-time updates.
Are webhooks required for Skima AI to work with Workable?
Webhooks are recommended for real-time updates, but Skima AI supports safe 10–15 minute delta polling if webhooks aren't available, respecting rate limits.
Where will Match Scores and Reasons appear in Workable?
Match Scores and Reasons are displayed on the candidate profile via custom attributes, with timeline integration for manager feedback and decision tracking.
Can manager feedback stay inside Workable?
Yes, Skima AI writes hiring manager decisions and notes back to Workable's timeline as comments and optionally as dedicated custom attributes for easy reporting.
What if our team can't create custom attributes in Workable?
SKIMA can create custom attributes via API or use fallback options: timeline comments and candidate tags so insights stay linked to each candidate's record.
Does Skima AI work with Workable's pipeline stages?
Yes, Skima AI integrates with Workable's standard pipeline stages and can optionally move candidates to specific stages like "Skima Shortlisted" for better organization.
How often are match scores refreshed in Workable?
Match scores update via webhooks when candidates or applications change and refresh periodically while the job remains active, always respecting Workable's API rate limits.