Mochi
Mochi, the Conversational Screening Agent
Adaptive, multilingual, and available 24/7, Mochi transforms phone and web-based screens into structured, bias-resistant conversations.
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Core features & technology
Multi-Channel Conversations
Phone (Twilio) and WebRTC web interviews
Agentic Architecture
Multiple LLM agents orchestrated to deliver adaptive, state-driven dialogues
State-Machine Flows
Configurable conversation logic with conditional branching, loops, and fallbacks
Guidance Layer
Contextual prompt injection and recovery from silence or vague answers
Skill & Language Scoring
Real-time evaluation of behavioral, situational, and linguistic performance
Eligibility & fit screening
Can validate role-specific requirements or motivation questions defined by the client, complementing Shiro’s knockout logic
Candidate Q&A
Dynamically references job and culture documents; escalates gracefully when information is unavailable
Recovery Logic
Automatic callbacks, SMS follow-ups, and drop-off handling
Infrastructure & security
Hosted on RunPod: for <800ms latency and data privacy
Open-Source LLM Pipeline: continuously tuned for transparency and efficiency
Real-Time Database Sync: with recruiter dashboards and ATS
Privacy by Design: Encrypted interactions, bias audits, GDPR/CCPA compliance
Differentiators
Contextual Conversations
Conversational layer that adds qualitative context after automated assessments
On-Demand Interviews
24 / 7 on-demand phone or web interviews initiated by candidates
Adaptive Questioning
Customizable question flows per role and geography
Transparent Scoring
Science-backed scoring with explainability and audit logs
Workflow
Workflow example with Mochi
Candidate applies and enters your ATS
Mochi triggers automatically and runs a short conversational screen via Phone or Web
Answers and scores appear instantly in Maki Recruiter, with status or tags pushed back to the ATS
Recruiters review key signals in Maki Recruiter and move the best candidates forward
Security
Technology & trust
From compliance certifications to bias audits and AI Act readiness, Maki is built on transparency, safety, and fairness.
Bias-audited AI
Explainable scoring
Ethical AI standards
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FAQ
Questions about Mochi? We’ve got answers
Can Mochi answer candidate questions?
Yes. The system can respond to common role-related questions when provided with recruiter-approved information.
Why is Web Mochi the default?
The web experience provides predictable global coverage; supports stronger employer branding; reduces telecom and SMS dependency; and offers a more secure, consistent candidate journey.
Does Mochi ask follow-up questions?
Yes. The AI adapts the conversation based on the candidate’s answers and uses probing when needed to clarify details or explore motivations.
How does Mochi run interviews?
The candidate joins a web call or phone call and speaks directly with the AI. The system evaluates eligibility, motivation, availability, communication, and basic job-fit signals through structured conversational scoring.
What is Mochi and what does it do?
Mochi is a conversational screening agent that automates the recruiter phone screen. Candidates speak with an AI interviewer that asks questions, probes, adapts, and evaluates answers in real time.
What is Mochi, the AI screening agent?
Mochi replaces the manual recruiter phone screen with automated conversations. Candidates complete a branded voice or web interview, where Mochi checks eligibility, motivation, and language skills. This saves recruiter time and ensures every candidate is treated consistently.