Bolto

Bolto is an AI-powered unified HR platform that combines global recruiting, payroll, and HR management into a single service. The platform enables companies to source and vet candidates worldwide through AI screening and expert local recruiters, handle compliant payroll in over 150 countries with automated tax filings, and manage HR workflows including onboarding, document storage, and local labor compliance. Founded in 2023 and backed by Y Combinator (S23 batch) and General Catalyst, Bolto targets lean startups and high-growth companies building remote global engineering teams. The platform offers recruiting features like fast candidate shortlists, vetted submissions from curated recruiters, scheduling coordination across time zones, and background verification. Payroll capabilities include automated cross-border payments, currency conversion, and regulatory compliance checks. HR management covers workforce onboarding, centralized records, time-off tracking, and localized policy support. Bolto positions itself as a consolidation hub to replace fragmented ATS and payroll tools, reducing administrative overhead for scaling teams and SMBs expanding internationally.