The Super IC

Insights on the super ic for AI-era teams. Frameworks and data from Human in the Loop Talent.

What is a super IC and should I hire one?

What is a super IC and should I hire one? A educational guide for startup leaders building AI-augmented teams. From Huma...

April 03, 2026

What does a super IC actually do vs. a regular IC?

What does a super IC actually do vs. a regular IC? A diagnostic framework for startup leaders building AI-augmented team...

April 03, 2026

How much should I pay a super IC?

How much should I pay a super IC? A decision framework for startup leaders building AI-augmented teams. From Human in th...

April 03, 2026

Can I find a super IC or do I have to grow one?

Can I find a super IC or do I have to grow one? A strategic analysis for startup leaders building AI-augmented teams. Fr...

April 03, 2026

What's the difference between a senior engineer and a super IC?

What's the difference between a senior engineer and a super IC? A diagnostic framework for startup leaders building AI-a...

April 03, 2026

How do I know if I actually have a super IC or just a hard worker?

How do I know if I actually have a super IC or just a hard worker? A diagnostic framework for startup leaders building A...

April 03, 2026

What superpowers does a super IC need to have?

What superpowers does a super IC need to have? A strategic analysis for startup leaders building AI-augmented teams. Fro...

April 03, 2026

Should I build my org around super ICs or hire for depth?

Should I build my org around super ICs or hire for depth? A strategic analysis for startup leaders building AI-augmented...

April 03, 2026

What happens when your super IC leaves?

What happens when your super IC leaves? A diagnostic framework for startup leaders building AI-augmented teams. From Hum...

April 03, 2026

Is having a super IC a liability or an asset?

Is having a super IC a liability or an asset? A strategic analysis for startup leaders building AI-augmented teams. From...

April 03, 2026