How to Use the ApplicantStack MCP in Windsurf

Q: Can Windsurf update ApplicantStack candidate stages?

Yes, it uses the updatecandidate tool to push changes to your records. You just tell Cascade which stage a candidate belongs in, and it executes the update.

Let Cascade manage your hiring pipeline directly in Windsurf by pulling candidate data and shifting stages automatically.

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Windsurf agent manages your hiring funnel

Cascade uses `list_jobs` and `get_job` to map out your open roles before pulling specific data on your applicants. It keeps the context fresh so you don't have to jump between browser tabs. Once the agent identifies a top pick, it runs `get_candidate` to review their history. You can then trigger `update_candidate` to move them to the next stage without ever leaving your IDE.

Track new hires with this MCP Server

This MCP Server monitors your onboarding status by calling `list_hires` directly from your workspace. It keeps your team aligned by showing exactly who is moving into a new role. Windsurf reads these lists to update your project documentation or internal tracking files. It handles the data retrieval so you can focus on the actual interviews.

Verify your ApplicantStack credentials

The `get_account_check` tool confirms your connection is live the second you start your session. It prevents failed requests by checking your API keys before any heavy lifting begins. Windsurf runs this check silently in the background. You get a clean confirmation that your environment is ready to sync with your hiring backend.

Setup guide

Set up ApplicantStack MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the ApplicantStack MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my ApplicantStack payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the ApplicantStack tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "applicantstack-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about ApplicantStack MCP in Windsurf

Open your Cascade settings and navigate to the MCP Servers panel. Paste the server URL into your configuration file and hit refresh to finalize the connection.

Yes, it uses the `update_candidate` tool to push changes to your records. You just tell Cascade which stage a candidate belongs in, and it executes the update.

It integrates directly into your editor's context, allowing you to pull hiring data into your active code files. This keeps your recruitment status visible right next to your codebase.

No, it only executes requests when you specifically ask for data. It stays idle until you trigger a tool command.

Your candidate PII stays within your local session and the secure Vinkius sandbox. No external parties see your recruitment logs or contact details.

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